Document Type : Research Paper
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1 PhD student in Educational Management, Science and Research Branch, Islamic Azad University, Tehran, Iran
2 Assistant Professor, Department of Educational Management and Planning, Faculty of Educational Sciences and Psychology, Al-Zahra University, Tehran, Iran.
Abstract
Kindergarten and preschool management style refers to a set of procedures, strategies and methods that kindergarten managers use to perform their various tasks and manage the resources available in the kindergarten. Kindergarten and preschool management style can have a direct impact on the quality of education, the educational environment, and the overall performance of the kindergarten. The purpose of this research is to identify the management style of kindergarten and preschool centers in Tehran. The current research community was formed by the managers of kindergartens and preschools in Tehran city that care for and educate children aged 3 to 6 years and are under the supervision of the Ministry of Education of Tehran city. This research is a type of qualitative research and phenomenological method, in which the opinions of 12 experts were used until reaching theoretical saturation. The data was analyzed through the interview tool and using the content analysis method. The results of the research showed that the management styles of kindergarten and preschool centers in Tehran include participatory management, supportive management, transformational management and authoritative management. The results of this research can be useful for the managers of kindergarten and preschool centers in Iran. According to the results of this research, these managers can improve their management style as well as kindergarten performance
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