The global economy has ushered in an era of instant information and communication, profoundly affecting daily life. This rapid evolution poses significant challenges for organizations, particularly K-12 schools, which are tasked with preparing students for future job markets. According to the World Economic Forum (The future of jobs report 2020, 2023), the most sought-after skills for future jobs include creative and innovative thinking, leadership, and technology literacy. School systems are grappling with managing emerging technology, adapting to shifting student demographics, and addressing severe resource shortages. In this complex scenario, school leaders play a pivotal role as innovative and creative problem-solvers to drive effective change. However, leading innovation requires distinct skills not commonly covered in leadership preparation and development initiatives. This chapter explores trends transforming education and reshaping school leadership roles. It highlights essential skills for leading innovation and offers recommendations to enhance leadership preparation and development initiatives.

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Leading in the Time of Instantaneity and Unpredictability: The Urgent Call to Develop and Empower School Leaders to Be Innovative and Creative

  • Miguel M. Gonzales,
  • Stefan Brauckmann-Sajkiewicz,
  • Petros Pashiardis

摘要

The global economy has ushered in an era of instant information and communication, profoundly affecting daily life. This rapid evolution poses significant challenges for organizations, particularly K-12 schools, which are tasked with preparing students for future job markets. According to the World Economic Forum (The future of jobs report 2020, 2023), the most sought-after skills for future jobs include creative and innovative thinking, leadership, and technology literacy. School systems are grappling with managing emerging technology, adapting to shifting student demographics, and addressing severe resource shortages. In this complex scenario, school leaders play a pivotal role as innovative and creative problem-solvers to drive effective change. However, leading innovation requires distinct skills not commonly covered in leadership preparation and development initiatives. This chapter explores trends transforming education and reshaping school leadership roles. It highlights essential skills for leading innovation and offers recommendations to enhance leadership preparation and development initiatives.