The Role of Principals' Transformational Leadership in Driving Learning Innovation in the Digital Era

Abstract

This study aims to analyze the role of principals' transformational leadership in driving learning innovation in the digital era. The development of information and communication technology requires educational institutions to reform their learning practices, necessitating an adaptive and visionary leadership model. This study employed a qualitative approach with a library research method through the search and analysis of various literature sources, including books, journal articles, and scientific documents relevant to the research topic. Data analysis techniques were carried out through data reduction, classification, and thematic interpretation. The results of the study indicate that principals' transformational leadership plays a crucial role in developing a vision for change, motivating teachers to innovate, and creating a school culture open to the use of technology in learning. Transformational leadership also contributes to improving educators' digital competencies and encouraging creative, collaborative, and student-oriented learning. This study concludes that transformational leadership is a strategic key in realizing sustainable learning innovation in the digital era.