Leadership development in virtual communities of practice: The case of school principals from the GCC Region
Norma Ghamrawi,
Tarek Shal,
Najah A. R. Ghamrawi
Abstract:This study explores the potential of virtual communities of practice (vCoPs) in fostering leadership growth that aligns with the diverse needs and challenges faced by school principals. The study employs a qualitative research design, and conducts semi-structured interviews with 16 school principals from K-12 schools belonging to the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region. Findings suggest that vCoPs offer a rich environment for school principals to engage in collaborative learning, knowledge sharing, and profe… Show more
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