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Uncovering Promises and Challenges of Online-Hybrid School Leadership Preparation and Development Programs: A Narrative Synthesis Through the Lens of Activity Theory

Year: 2026

Type: article

Abstract: As the educational landscape shifts toward digital modalities, School Leadership Preparation and Development Programs (SLPDPs) have adopted online and hybrid models to enhance flexibility and accessibility for diverse learners. This systematic review examines the promises and challenges of online and hybrid SLPDPs through the critical lens of Cultural-Historical Activity Theory (CHAT). Utilizing a narrative synthesis approach informed by CHAT, we highlight congruencies that boost learner engagement and retention, alongside structural tensions that threaten instructional quality. Our findings underscore the urgent need for comprehensive faculty development and robust quality assurance measures to uphold high standards in online and hybrid formats.

Source: Journal of Research on Leadership Education

DOI: 10.1177/19427751261445852

Authors: Sedat Gümüş, Köksal Banoğlu

Institution: Education University of Hong Kong

Language: English

Topic: Online and Blended Learning

Subfield: Education

Field: Social Sciences

Domain: Social Sciences

SDG: Quality education

Open Access status: hybrid

Estimated APC paid: $3,400