151. Women Leaders in Ohio Schools: A Statewide Analysis of the Typology of Female Superintendents
- Author
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Beese, Jane, Reid, Linda N., and Miller, Heather
- Abstract
This study investigated the typology of female and male superintendents in Ohio to determine if a difference exists in the typology of female superintendents when compared to their male counterparts. Theories of gender differences and leadership styles, role congruity theory, and transformational leadership provided the framework for this study. The quantitative research design focused on a descriptive analysis of data. The sample was comprised of all school superintendents in the state of Ohio; a total of 614 participants. However, it is important to note that the study looked at males versus females, so while the sample size for males topped 518, the sample size for females was 96, a 15.64% confidence value. The findings demonstrate the underrepresentation of females in the superintendency, fewer women in each typology, clusters of female superintendents in particular regions of the state, and a higher percentage of females in the Big 8 districts. Implications of these findings are discussed and suggestions for future research given.
- Published
- 2022