.Effects of human capital development on headteachers performance in public primary schools: a survey of primary schools in Kisumu municipality.
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2014-07-07
Authors
Omwendo, Juma Khamala
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Abstract
Within the complex operations of schools in the 215t century the head teacher plays a very
important role in bringing about school improvement and effectiveness hence improved
performance. Increased interest in leadership training and management and development is
based on the fact that school leaders can make a difference in both effectiveness and
efficiency of schooling Hallinger et al (2008).This Study looked at how various human
capital development influenced head teachers performance, the aim of the study was to
determine the extent to which human capital development variables such as training in
general management skills, leadership styles, prudent financial management and career
development can enhance performance of head teachers. The Study employed a descriptive
design gathering primary data from head teachers from a representative sample of schools
within Kisumu municipality, Kisumu County using a self-administered questionnaire. Key
findings indicated that there is a positive and significant effect on career development,
improved managerial skills, relevant leadership styles and specific training in financial
management with improved performance in schools. The Study recommends that in order,
therefore to improve quality of education; it is imperative that the ministry of education
conducts a needs assessment on skill gaps and built capacity gaps so as to improve the
overall performance of head teachers. This will in turn lead to improved performance in
schools.
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