Exploring the Online Leadership Effect on Blended Learning in Educational Institutions: Post-COVID-19 Learning Context
Year: 2024
Type: article
Study design: Observational Study
Abstract: The COVID-19 pandemic has necessitated the transition of administrative and instructional work in schools to an online format. This shift has prompted school administrators to embrace online leadership as a suitable approach during and after the pandemic. Blended learning has been recommended as a sustainable and well- suited solution for educational institutions in the post-pandemic period. Aims: to investigate the impact between online leadership and the adoption of blended learning in educational settings. Sample(s): A total of 385 instructors participated in this study. The participants were surveyed using Google Forms to gather their perspectives. Methods: Structural equation modelling (SEM) and path coefficients analysis were employed to analyse the survey data and examine the attitudes of instructors towards online leadership and blended learning. Results: The findings indicated that online leadership (OL) exhibited a higher likelihood of being adopted for blended learning (BL) implementation, as revealed by the study results (59%). Instructors demonstrated increased flexibility and readiness to utilize online leadership methods for career advancement in the post- pandemic era. However, it should be noted that the adoption of online leadership measures was primarily driven by necessity (41%) to maintain continuity in educational practices during the pandemic. Conclusions: These findings shed light on the significance of online leadership in facilitating the integration of blended learning in schools. The study highlights the adaptability of instructors and their recognition of the potential benefits associated with online leadership practices. The results emphasize the importance of online leadership as a strategic approach for educational institutions in navigating the challenges brought about by the COVID-19 pandemic and beyond.
DOI: 10.54489/1k1xsy97
Institutions: University of Duhok, City University Ajman, University of Zakho
Language: English
Topic: Online and Blended Learning
Subfield: Education
Field: Social Sciences
Domain: Social Sciences
SDG: Quality education
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W4402199052