Frontiers in Educational Research, 2024, 7(6); doi: 10.25236/FER.2024.070626.
Zhengtao Lai
School of Law, Guangdong University of Technology, Guangzhou, China
The purpose of this article is to provide an in-depth look at the role of school social workers in promoting student leadership, and to analyze their implementation strategies as well as the challenges they face. The article first defines the roles and responsibilities of school social workers, and then explores the challenges encountered in the implementation of these strategies, such as resource constraints, inadequate communication and coordination skills, and difficulties in assessment and feedback. It then elaborates on a variety of strategies for promoting student leadership, including role simulation and scenario-based exercises, establishing a mentor system, and promoting cross-cultural leadership development. Finally, the article proposes strategies and suggestions to provide useful references for school social workers in promoting student leadership.
School social worker; Leadership; Problems and strategies
Zhengtao Lai. The role of school social workers in promoting student leadership: Strategies and challenges. Frontiers in Educational Research (2024) Vol. 7, Issue 6: 168-174. https://doi.org/10.25236/FER.2024.070626.
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