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Determining the relationship between transformational style of leadership and retention of teachers in private secondary schools in Bushenyi district, Uganda

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  • Dr. Benard Nuwatuhaire

    (Valley University of Science and Technology)

  • Mubehamwe Janan

    (Valley University of Science and Technology)

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This study determined the relationship between transformational leadership styles and retention of teachers in Bushenyi district, Uganda. The study adopted the correlational and cross-sectional designs and data was collected using a self-administered questionnaires as well as interview guides on a sample of 107 secondary school teachers. Data analysis involved descriptive and inferential analyses. Descriptive results revealed that there was moderate use transactional leadership and it had a positive significant relationship with retention of teachers. Therefore, it was concluded that transformational leadership is imperative for retention of teachers though is not the most probable leadership style for retention of teachers. The recommendation of the study was that head teachers should make it a priority to be transformational in their leadership and should limit their use it.

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  • Dr. Benard Nuwatuhaire & Mubehamwe Janan, 2022. "Determining the relationship between transformational style of leadership and retention of teachers in private secondary schools in Bushenyi district, Uganda," International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science, International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science (IJRISS), vol. 6(6), pages 450-459, June.
    • Handle: RePEc:bcp:journl:v:6:y:2022:i:6:p:450-459
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