The Influence of Transformational Leadership on The Innovative Behavior of Public High School Teachers In Sukabumi Regency

Suhendi Suhendi, Neti Karnati, Bedjo Sujanto

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Teachers' innovative behavior is an important factor in improving the quality of learning amidst curriculum changes, technological developments, and the demands of 21st-century education. One factor suspected of playing a role in encouraging teachers' innovative behavior is the principal's transformational leadership. This study aims to analyze the influence of transformational leadership on the innovative behavior of public high school teachers in Sukabumi Regency. This study used a quantitative approach with a survey method. Data were collected through questionnaires given to public high school teachers in Sukabumi Regency, then analyzed using statistical techniques to determine the influence between variables. Transformational leadership was measured through the dimensions of idealized influence, inspirational motivation, intellectual stimulation, and individual consideration, while teachers' innovative behavior was measured through the ability to generate, promote, and implement new ideas in learning. The results showed that transformational leadership had a positive effect on teachers' innovative behavior. This finding indicates that principals who are able to provide inspiration, support, role models, and space for creativity can encourage teachers to be more innovative.

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