SCHOOLING AND SCHOOL LEADERSHIP IN KAZAKHSTAN: SUGGESTIONS FOR INNOVATIVE PRACTICE

Abstract

A growing number of worldwide research on school leadership proves that it is an important issue; even leadership may affect learning outcomes of pupils. School headteachers' position in Kazakhstan is demanding as elsewhere. The aim of this article is to highlight the schooling system in Kazakhstan and review critically school leadership, contrast local practices with late research outcomes in school leadership abroad. Finally, authors suggest some recommendations for current Kazakhstani practitioners in schooling leadership.

Keywords

• school, leadership, innovation, Kazakhstan

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