Exploring the role played by leadership in managing time as a resource in schools: a case study.
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2020
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This research study aimed to explore the role played by school leadership in managing time
as a resource in schools. Literature reviewed discussed the following topics: leadership and
management; conceptualising time as a crucial resource; conceptualising time management;
importance in managing time; how leadership manages time; challenges affecting time
management; effective time management; and the theoretical framework. This qualitative
case study purposively selected three high schools in the semi-rural context of Pinetown
District in KwaZulu-Natal. A sample of three principals, two deputy principals and five
departmental heads were selected. This study used semi-structured interviews. Data generated
were analysed following thematic analysis. Themes that emerged included: leadership roles
in managing time, challenges effecting time management, effective time management, and
issues emerging from literature. All ethical issues were adhered to.
Data that was analysed indicated various roles played by leadership to manage time as a
resource in schools. The findings reveal that school leadership plans ahead, monitors and
delegates duties in order for time to be effectively managed. It was then concluded that,
school leaders are intentional in their management of time, however at times there are
unforeseen circumstances that hinder the plans that are made. In this regard, it is proven that
the school leaders are faced with multiple challenges affecting time management.
Furthermore, recommendations based on the findings are made. It is recommended that
through multiple stakeholder engagement, school leaders need to craft an accountability
framework that all stakeholder adhere to, so that everyone can know about the implications of
their actions. It is also recommended that, the Department of Basic Education must organise
time management workshops, unpacking policies on time management in order to capacitate
all stakeholders.
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Masters Degree. University of KwaZulu-Natal, Durban.