Using the Delphi Method for Effective Decision-Making in Educational Leadership
Using the Delphi Method for Effective Decision-Making in Educational LeadershipDelphi Method in the context of educational leadership
The Delphi Method can be applied to gather expert opinions on factors influencing school admissions. School leaders can select a diverse panel of experts, including educators, parents, alumni, and community members. The first round of the Delphi Method involves asking these experts to identify key factors that attract students to the school. Each expert submits his responses independently, ensuring a wide range of perspectives without peer influence.
The facilitator summarizes the findings after collecting the initial responses and shares them with the panel. Experts review this summary and provide additional insights or modifications in the second round. This iterative process continues, with each round refining the ideas based on the group’s feedback. The anonymity of responses in the Delphi Method encourages honest opinions and reduces the impact of dominant voices, leading to a more comprehensive understanding of what drives school admissions.
