Key distinctions between traditional and distributed leadership
| Aspect | Traditional leadership | Distributed leadership |
|---|---|---|
| Main Actor | Single leader (principal,CEO) | Multiple agents (leaders, teachers, staff) |
| Authority | Hierarchical, position-based | Shared, expertise-based |
| Decision-Making | Top-down, centralized | Collaborative, networked |
| Flexibility | May be limited | High, adaptive to context |
| Knowledge Flow | Linear | Multidirectional |
| Examples in Schools | Principal mandates change | Leadership teams, teacher mentoring |
| Aspect | Traditional leadership | Distributed leadership |
|---|---|---|
| Main Actor | Single leader (principal,CEO) | Multiple agents (leaders, teachers, staff) |
| Authority | Hierarchical, position-based | Shared, expertise-based |
| Decision-Making | Top-down, centralized | Collaborative, networked |
| Flexibility | May be limited | High, adaptive to context |
| Knowledge Flow | Linear | Multidirectional |
| Examples in Schools | Principal mandates change | Leadership teams, teacher mentoring |