Indigenous Peoples' and Modern Western Ethics and Educative Leadership
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| Title: | Indigenous Peoples' and Modern Western Ethics and Educative Leadership |
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| Language: | English |
| Authors: | Reynold Macpherson (ORCID |
| Source: | Journal of Educational Leadership, Policy and Practice. 2024 38(1):112-133. |
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| Peer Reviewed: | Y |
| Page Count: | 22 |
| Publication Date: | 2024 |
| Document Type: | Journal Articles Information Analyses |
| Descriptors: | Indigenous Populations, Transformational Leadership, Indigenous Knowledge, Moral Values, Ethics, Instructional Leadership, Ethnic Groups, Pacific Islanders, American Indians, Canada Natives, World Views, Sustainability, Social Responsibility, Religious Factors, Curriculum Enrichment, Educational Practices, Journal Articles, Foreign Countries, Intersectionality, Western Civilization, Conservation (Environment) |
| Geographic Terms: | New Zealand, United Kingdom (Great Britain), North America, Australia, United Arab Emirates |
| ISSN: | 1178-8690 |
| Abstract: | This paper relates Indigenous Peoples' moral philosophies to modern Western ethical thinking that is evident in leading contemporary theories of educative leadership. It introduces Indigenous ethics in general and explains the philosophical research methodology used. It then reports Celtic, Maori, North American Indian and Canadian First Nations, Australian Aboriginal and Emirati ethical frameworks in greater detail and relates them to modern Western ethics prominent in contemporary theories of transformational, instructional, distributed, and ethical leadership. It finds that Indigenous philosophies emphasise the interconnectedness of humans and nature, spirituality in ethical decision-making, and collectivism, while Western frameworks often prioritise individualism and separate the spiritual from the secular. It suggests that leaders consider incorporating Indigenous perspectives on sustainability, social responsibility, and spirituality into curricula and educational practices, promoting global citizenship and ethical awareness. This will entail recognising customary laws and traditions, supporting decolonisation efforts, and ensuring accurate representation of Indigenous knowledge. By fostering mutual respect and understanding of diverse ethical traditions, educative leaders can create more inclusive, equitable educational environments that value the contributions of both Indigenous and Western moral philosophies. |
| Abstractor: | As Provided |
| Entry Date: | 2024 |
| Accession Number: | EJ1454936 |
| Database: | ERIC |
| Abstract: | This paper relates Indigenous Peoples' moral philosophies to modern Western ethical thinking that is evident in leading contemporary theories of educative leadership. It introduces Indigenous ethics in general and explains the philosophical research methodology used. It then reports Celtic, Maori, North American Indian and Canadian First Nations, Australian Aboriginal and Emirati ethical frameworks in greater detail and relates them to modern Western ethics prominent in contemporary theories of transformational, instructional, distributed, and ethical leadership. It finds that Indigenous philosophies emphasise the interconnectedness of humans and nature, spirituality in ethical decision-making, and collectivism, while Western frameworks often prioritise individualism and separate the spiritual from the secular. It suggests that leaders consider incorporating Indigenous perspectives on sustainability, social responsibility, and spirituality into curricula and educational practices, promoting global citizenship and ethical awareness. This will entail recognising customary laws and traditions, supporting decolonisation efforts, and ensuring accurate representation of Indigenous knowledge. By fostering mutual respect and understanding of diverse ethical traditions, educative leaders can create more inclusive, equitable educational environments that value the contributions of both Indigenous and Western moral philosophies. |
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| ISSN: | 1178-8690 |
