Nadia Ahmed A Al Jadidi*
Assistant Professor of Kindergarten, College of Education, King Faisal University, Al Ahsa, Saudi Arabia
Volume:16 | Issue: 2 | Pages:173-185 | June 2024 | https://doi.org/10.54940/ep36872717 | PDF
Received:1/10/2023 | Revised:14/12/2023 | Accepted:17/12/2023
*Corresponding author: [email protected]
Abstract
The research aims to reveal the leadership identity features in early childhood through role-playing activities. The sample included (12) participants from age 6:7 years. The qualitative approach was used, and data were collected through indirect observation and video recordings to analyze children's representations and performances. The results showed that role-playing activities have many advantages that make them a fertile field for revealing the characteristics of the child leader. It was also revealed that children, at a young age, possess the attributes of leadership identity in varying proportions. These attributes may be innate, meaning a predisposition that needs support and practice. The research recommends that the curriculum for early childhood should include enrichment activities on leadership skills.
Keywords
Leadership Identity, Leadership Attributes, Role-Playing Activities.
How to Cite
Al Jadidi, N. (2024). Revealing the Early Leadership Identity of Early Childhood through Role-Playing Activities. Journal of Umm Al-Qura University for Educational and Psychological Sciences, 16(2), 173-185. https://doi.org/10.54940/ep36872717
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