THE ETHICS OF EDUCATIONAL ADMINISTRATORS: ARE THEY UNIFORM OR CONTEXTUAL?

Abstract

Ethics, in the part of educational administrators, help present a healthy atmosphere in schools. However, ethics of administrators in school settings are hardly prioritized, due to the uniqueness of the leadership position, which contains various contexts and situations. A qualitative study on ethics in school leadership identified that ethical codes that are imposed by the State are hardly compatible with the local context. The ethics of school administrators, therefore, need to be well-defined and well-versed within the school setting, incorporating local culture and contexts. A sensitive and participatory approach generates a feeling of ownership, responsibility, and commitment among all stakeholders.