Leading Curriculum Implementation: The Case Of Kosovo

Osman Buleshkaj
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Osman Buleshkaj: Ministry of Education, Science and Technology, Republic of Kosovo

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Abstract: The purpose of this study is to explore curriculum implementation practice in ten Kosovo schools, and to outline main strategies devised to enhancing school-based activities. Practical approaches utilized for school-based successful curriculum implementation are investigated, and efforts of educational leaders in envisioning and leading the curriculum change and implementation in Kosovo schools are highlighted. Different conceptions of success and successful curriculum implementation from the perspective of participants shall be examined. Within the context of ten schools, this case study approach involves school principals, teachers, curriculum coordinators, municipal education officials, and Ministry of Education officials. Three methods of data collection shall be applied using semistructured interviews, focus group discussion and a document analysis. Finally, this study is an attempt to exploring different participant perceptions and realities related to the role of leadership role in supporting policy curriculum implementation in ten pilot schools in Kosovo.

Keywords: Education; curriculum; leadership; policy; change. (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2017
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