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International Journal of Excellent Leadership 2026, Vol. 6(1) 32-45
Understanding Teacher Encouragement: Effects and Strategies of School Administrators
pp. 32 - 45
Publish Date: June 30, 2026 | Single/Total View: 0/0 | Single/Total Download: 0/0
Abstract
Purpose: Since ancient times, the concept of courage has been regarded as a virtue contributing to the advancement of humanity. In schools that enable the progress of society, encouraging teachers holds significant importance. This qualitative study aimed to determine topics of teacher encouragement, its effects, and the strategies used by school administrators. Method: A qualitative research was employed, and data was collected through interviews. The participants consist of 12 teachers and 6 school administrators working in qualified high schools in the western of Turkiye. Findings: In the study, teachers are encouraged by school administrators in areas such as projects, trips, professional developments, trainings, materials, resources, cooperation etc. It is evident that school administrators play a crucial role in encouraging teachers by maintaining open lines of communication. School administrators encouraging teachers has positive effects on both individuals and the organization; therefore, school administrators use various strategies as psychological and support strategies. This study, which touches on the importance of encouraging teachers to work more efficiently, provides clues to school administrators and ministries of education. Implications for Research and Practice: School administrators can be provided with teacher encouragement trainings, and teachers can be encouraged to simplify the permission process for trips, projects, and activities, and to provide more financial support for projects.
Keywords: Courage, encouragement, teacher, teacher encouragement, administrator
APA 7th edition
Karasu, F., & Kiral, B. (2026). Understanding Teacher Encouragement: Effects and Strategies of School Administrators. International Journal of Excellent Leadership, 6(1), 32-45.
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Karasu, F. and Kiral, B. (2026). Understanding Teacher Encouragement: Effects and Strategies of School Administrators. International Journal of Excellent Leadership, 6(1), pp. 32-45.
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Karasu, Feride and Bilgen Kiral (2026). "Understanding Teacher Encouragement: Effects and Strategies of School Administrators". International Journal of Excellent Leadership 6 (1):32-45.
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