LATERAL LEADERSHIP
EXPLORING STRATEGIES TO PROMOTE CHANGE IN IB SCHOOLS IN JAPAN
Abstract
This study explores the role of lateral leadership in promoting change within International Baccalaureate (IB) schools in Japan. Traditional hierarchical structures in education often inhibit innovation due to rigid power dynamics and top-down decision-making. Lateral leadership, which emphasizes collaboration, peer influence, and shared authority, presents a transformative model to overcome these challenges. By utilizing narrative inquiry, this research delves into the personal stories and lived experiences of educators in IB schools to understand how lateral leadership can contribute to sustainable change in educational practices and school culture. The findings highlight the potential for lateral leadership to foster a collaborative culture that aligns with the IB philosophy, which values inquiry-based learning, intercultural understanding, and holistic development.
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