Die ontwikkeling van kreatiewe besluitneming by skoolhoofde

D.Ed.In order for a principal of a school to be competitive, it is imperative to take decisions creatively. This process of making a decision should therefore be considered seriously, as it could to a great extent influence the effective running of a school as organisation. A creative idea or action might generate change in a school. To be able to bring about a change which will benefit the school and community, the principal needs to have a thorough knowledge of the following: Creativity within management. Establishing a creative climate; and The qualities of a creative person. Apart from the fact that the school need to function effectively, the primary duty of the school to provide sound educational teaching, adds in interrelateds with the general function of the school. The successful performance of the above-mentioned duty requires a sensible implementation of decision making which could influence the effective management of the school. The principal therefore needs to ensure that this duty in respect of decision making is adequately implemented. Because of the comprehensive duty of the principal, supportive aids and techniques should be considered before a decision can be made. Members of staff should need be consulted in order to contribute creative ideas and to facilitate the taking of decisions. The creation of such an atmosphere at the school will give both the principal and members of staff the opportunity to consider the suggested alternatives, in order to comply with the challenges faced by a modern community. The aim of this thesis is therefore to develop an approach which can be used by principals to add creativity to their decision making and ultimately lead to the effective solution of a particular problem