To be a principal in two different European school systems. Some interview results
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School leader, Interview, Spain, Italy
Abstract
The particular aspects that seem to characterize the activities of head teachers are taking-on responsibility, interpersonal relationships as well as the fragmentation of daily actions. The purpose of this article is to highlight how, despite common characteristics, activities develop differently in two European educational contexts: Spain and Italy. Six school leaders were interviewed during a case study in order to investigate some aspects related to their role and the educational context in which they operate. Results show that although both systems are centralized and give little autonomy, there are marked differences in the methods of selecting a school manager and in their respective careers. The conclusion reflects on the different organization of teaching activities, which, in part, is conditioned by the considerable differences in the size of the institute.
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Anna Maria Nicolosi, Institute of Higher Education "Corinaldesi Padovano" in Italy
Principal at the Istituto di Istruzione Superiore “Corinaldesi-Padovano” in Italy. Currently completing an Education research doctorate at the Universidad Autónoma in Madrid.