A Study of Creative Leadership of School Administrators under the Amnat Charoen Primary Educational Service Area Office

Abstract

         This study aims to 1) examine the creative leadership of school administrators under the Amnat Charoen Primary Educational Service Area Office, 2) to compare their creative leadership based on gender, educational qualifications, and work experience, and 3) identify approaches for developing creative leadership among school administrators under the Amnat Charoen Primary Educational Service Area Office. The sample consisted of 248 participants, including school administrators and teachers under the Amnat Charoen Primary Educational Service Area Office. Qualitative data were obtained from three school administrators selected through purposive sampling. The research instruments included a 30-item, five-point Likert scale questionnaire with an overall reliability coefficient of 0.96, and a semi-structured interview. Data were analyzed using percentage, mean, standard deviation, t-test, F-test, and content analysis.
          The findings of this research were as follows: 1. The overall level of creative leadership among school administrators under the Amnat Charoen Primary Educational Service Area Office was high. 2. The comparison of creative leadership among school administrators, classified by gender, educational qualification, and work experience, showed no significant differences overall. 3. The guidelines for developing creative leadership among school administrators under the Amnat Charoen Primary Educational Service Area Office are as follows: 1) Vision - School administrators should establish clear organizational visions, missions, and strategies to effectively guide the organization toward achieving its goals; 2) Creativity - Administrators should think from multiple perspectives and inspire teachers and staff to develop new and innovative ideas; 3) Adaptability and Flexibility - Administrators should be able to adjust to challenges and be well-prepared for change in a creative and constructive manner; 4) Teamwork - School administrators should encourage participation and collaboration among all members to promote systematic work development; and 5) Individual - Administrators should recognize and understand individual differences, build morale, and foster a positive work environment to enhance happiness and productivity among personnel.