Participative Management Theory advocates for involving stakeholders in decision-making processes, fostering collaboration, and empowering individuals to contribute their expertise and perspectives.

The Contingency Theory suggests that the most effective administrative approach will vary depending on the specific context and circumstances, including factors such as school size, resources, and leadership style.

Scientific Management Theory, developed by Frederick Taylor, focuses on optimizing efficiency and productivity through scientific analysis and rational decision-making.

Distributed leadership involves the sharing of leadership responsibilities and decision-making authority among multiple individuals, fostering collaboration and collective problem-solving.

Total Quality Management Theory aims to achieve continuous improvement in organizational processes by focusing on customer satisfaction, data analysis, and employee empowerment.

Span of control refers to the number of individuals or units directly supervised by a manager or administrator.

Bureaucratic Theory, associated with Max Weber, emphasizes the importance of formal structures, standardized procedures, and clear lines of authority.

Accountability in educational administration encompasses the responsibility of administrators to answer for their actions, demonstrate the effectiveness of their work, and comply with relevant laws and regulations.

Contingency Theory suggests that the most effective administrative approach will depend on the specific context and circumstances, such as the size of the school, the level of resources available, and the leadership style of the administrator.

Transformational leadership involves inspiring and motivating followers to go beyond their own self-interests and achieve exceptional outcomes.

Participative Management Theory advocates for involving stakeholders in decision-making processes, fostering collaboration, and empowering individuals to contribute their expertise and perspectives, which can contribute to a positive and supportive school culture.

Decentralization involves delegating authority and decision-making power from higher levels of an organization to lower levels, empowering individuals and teams to make decisions and take action.

Participative Management Theory advocates for involving stakeholders in decision-making processes, fostering collaboration, and empowering individuals to contribute their expertise and perspectives, which requires effective communication and collaboration.

Organizational culture encompasses the shared values, beliefs, and norms that influence the behavior of individuals within an organization.

Total Quality Management Theory emphasizes the use of data to identify problems, measure progress, and make informed decisions aimed at continuous improvement.