The Collaborative Leadership Affecting Educational Quality of Schools Nakhon Si Thammarat Primary Educational Service Area Office 3

Abstract

This research aims to study (1) the level of collaborative leadership among school administrators, (2) the educational quality of schools, (3) the impact of collaborative leadership on educational quality, and (4) guidelines for developing collaborative leadership to enhance school quality under the Office of Nakhon Si Thammarat Primary Educational Service Area 3. The study employed a mixed-methods approach, with a sample of 307 teachers and educational personnel. Data were collected using questionnaires on collaborative leadership and school quality. Statistical analyses included percentage, mean, standard deviation, Pearson’s correlation coefficient, and multiple regression analysis. The findings revealed that: 1) The overall level of collaborative leadership affecting educational quality was at the highest level. 2) The overall educational quality of schools was at the highest level. 3) Collaborative leadership of school administrators significantly influenced educational quality, both overall and in specific aspects, with a statistically significant positive correlation at the .01 level and a high positive correlation coefficient of .895. 4) The guidelines for developing collaborative leadership among school administrators that impact educational quality is as follows: (1) Collaborative management to align with good governance principles. (2) Jointly setting vision and goals among administrators, teachers, and staff, along with continuous self-development. (3) Supporting school management to become a learning hub, with monitoring and evaluation. (4) Engaging in collaborative discussions to improve work practices. (5) Promoting continuous teacher development and morale-building for staff appropriately. (6) Trusting in the capabilities of subordinates to achieve organizational goals.