COLLEGIAL MODEL FEATURES

Definition

Collegial models assume that organizations determine policy and make decisions through a process of discussion leading to consensus.

Strongly normative in orientation

Appropriate for organization as schools and colleges

Assume set of values

Size of making decision (In groups)

Decisions are reached by consensus rather than division or conflict

Definition of the concepts of collegial. Is a work environment where

responsibility and authority is shared equally by colleagues.

The power is shared between all members of the organization.

Collegiality definition

cooperative interaction among colleagues.

Do you think it is easier for a primary school to adopt this kind of decision making process than it is for a secondary school?

Primary school.

Primary school is easier because in a primary school the faculty is usually less than a secondary school. And as a primary school teacher teachers meet regularly as they share planning and preparation time.

Contrived collegiality

It is a step by step process where there is a fixed time and place.

Administrated by regulations as in everything goes to the boss.

It is designed to have predictable outcomes.

Restricted collegiality

Where the leader shares power with a limited number of senior colleagues to a 'pure' collegiality where all members have an equal voice in determining policy.