Date of Award
2016
Degree Type
Dissertation
Degree Name
Doctor of Philosophy in Urban Education
Department
Education and Human Services
First Advisor
Hampton, Frederick
Subject Headings
Education
Abstract
The purpose of this research was to explore the ways in which race and gender impact the leadership effectiveness of female leaders in urban school districts. An effective educational leader demonstrates certain leadership qualities. Realizing that barriers will inevitably accompany the leadership role assumed, the leader must be able to identify these barriers and work to overcome them.
Six educational female leaders participated in this study. As a result of this study, four themes emerged. The themes identified how the leaders viewed their leadership style, ways to lead effectively and how others perceived them. The information that was revealed through the interviews of females in educational leadership roles will be beneficial to other females who are considering pursuing similar positions. History demonstrates that the majority of leaders in education are men, however, studies of this nature may inspire women to balance the field.
Recommended Citation
Fuller, Larraine Freeman, "A Comparative Analysis of Female Leaders in Urban Educational Settings" (2016). ETD Archive. 919.
https://engagedscholarship.csuohio.edu/etdarchive/919
