INNOVATIVE LEADERSHIP OF SCHOOL ADMINISTRATORS AFFECTING DIGITAL CITIZENSHIP OF TEACHERS

Abstract

Amidst the rapid technological advancements and transformations that have come to define the current era, the world has undoubtedly entered the digital age. This presents both opportunities and challenges for 21st-century citizens, fostering unprecedented levels of exchange, connectivity, and integration through technologies that have become an intrinsic part of our daily lives. This is particularly evident in the realm of communication, information exchange, and even financial transactions. In Thailand, educational institutions must establish clear goals for developing human resources, planning, and preparing a workforce that is ready to enter the job market upon graduating at various levels. The primary objective is to expand educational opportunities through digital technology. Effective educational management relies on several key administrative factors, with school administrators playing a pivotal role. School administrators must embody leadership qualities that enable them to integrate and implement technology into school practices, encompassing both instructional management for teachers and internal administrative management. Furthermore, they must actively promote innovation in teaching and learning within the institution. Notably, innovative leadership is crucial for guiding organizations towards directions that align with contemporary circumstances. This encompasses five key aspects: 1) Innovative personality traits 2) Innovative thinking 3) Innovative vision 4) Innovative risk-taking 5) Innovative team building. When school administrators demonstrate such innovative leadership, it becomes a barometer of success and the quality of their management, as well as the quality of the staff and the institution itself. Ultimately, this translates into highly effective educational management practices.