Managerial Modernity and Its Correlation to Administrative Efficiency As Perceived by "Private Primary School" Principals

Abstract

      The study's focus is centered around the need for competent and proficient administrative leaders who possess a fresh and unique administrative mindset to effectively address the challenges faced in this stage. This is particularly relevant in educational systems, encompassing private primary schools and other educational institutions, in the context of the information revolution and the advancements in their administration. The objective of the study was to determine the correlation between administrative modernization and administrative excellence as perceived by principals of private primary schools. Additionally, the study aimed to identify any significant differences in the levels of administrative modernization and administrative excellence among these principals.

     The study has been restricted to the headmasters of privately-owned elementary schools operating in Al-Rusafa District 2, located in Baghdad Governorate, during the academic year 2023-2024. The overall number of participants was 195 persons. The researchers established a comprehensive set of terminology pertaining to the topic matter and tackled them within the theoretical framework of the study using collection of studies pertaining to the study subject. A series of protocols have been employed to describe the research community and its sample. A sample of 50 persons was gathered, representing 6.27% of the research community. By thoroughly analyzing previous literature and studies, the researcher constructed a unique instrument for the study. The tool underwent rigorous assessment of its validity and reliability via open-ended questioning. Then, the research yielded a multitude of findings, which were then presented and evaluated. Subsequently, the researchers formulated a series of deductions, suggestions, and propositions for the investigation.