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School Leaders’ Attitudes, Expectations, and Beliefs Starting a Character Education Training in Latvia
School Leaders’ Attitudes, Expectations, and Beliefs Starting a Character Education Training in Latvia

Author(s): Manuel Joaquín Fernández González, Svetlana Surikova
Subject(s): School education, Educational Psychology, Sociology of Education
Published by: Vilniaus Universiteto Leidykla
Keywords: character education; professional development; school leader; training programme;

Summary/Abstract: This article explores school leaders’ expectations and beliefs when starting a professional development course about character education in Latvia. The survey used mixed methods, involved 30 participants, and was conducted in 2020. School leaders expected to enhance their practical know-how in this field, the desired opportunities for personal reflection and sharing with colleagues, and believed that shared values and a friendly atmosphere were the key points. The findings can be useful for future similar initiatives.

  • Issue Year: 2022
  • Issue No: 48
  • Page Range: 87-100
  • Page Count: 14
  • Language: English