Enhancing Educational Managers' Competencies through Langerian Mindfulness: A Model for School Managers in Khorasan Razavi Province, Iran
Subject Areas : Exercise Physiology and Performance
Reza Taherian
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80, Daneshjoo 21,
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Nazia Sadat Naseri
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استادیارگروه علوم تربیتی، واحد مشهد، دانشگاه آزاد اسلامی، مشهد، ایران.
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الهام فریبرزی
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علوم تربیتی، دانشگاه آزاد اسلامی ، واحد مشهد
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فریده هاشمیان
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عضو هیئت علمی دانشگاه ازاد مشهد ، استاد دانشگاه
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Keywords: mindfulness, Langerian mindfulness, school manager competences, ,
Abstract :
Effective management plays a crucial role in the success of educational institutions and training organizations. This study aims to develop and validate a professional competency model for managers in the education and training sector of Khorasan Razavi Province using a mindfulness approach based on Langerian theory. Employing a mixed exploratory design, the research involved qualitative data collection from experts and top national and provincial managers, as well as quantitative data collection using a researcher-developed questionnaire. The findings revealed that 81% of the competency of education and training managers is influenced by the dimensions of Langerian mindfulness, including engagement, novelty seeking, novelty producing, and flexibility. These dimensions were found to be predictive of the competencies of education and training managers, which encompass specialized knowledge, professional skills, pedagogical knowledge, commitment to Islamic values, personal characteristics, and creativity. This research provides valuable insights into the essential role of mindfulness in shaping the competencies of education and training managers, shedding light on the specific dimensions that significantly contribute to managerial success in Khorasan Razavi province.
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