Shaping change in education : a case-study on MEL participants as change facilitators

Abstract

This study explores the journey of Master's in Educational Leadership (MEL) participants in becoming effective change facilitators within educational settings. Through a deductive approach centred on the Concerns-Based Adoption Model (CBAM), the research investigates how MEL participants enact change and assess their development as change facilitators. Employing an exploratory case study methodology, the study delves into the methods and strategies employed by MEL participants to initiate and manage change, as well as their self-perceptions and reflections on their growth. The findings reveal that the MEL experience empowers participants with confidence, self-awareness, and a deeper understanding of their role as change agents. Participants emerge from the program equipped to drive innovation and tackle challenges in the educational landscape, leaving a lasting impact on themselves and their communities. Recommendations are formulated for the MEL team.