Publikasi Pendidikan
Vol 16, No 1 (2026)

Principal Leadership in the Digital Era: A Systematic Literature Review

Amelia, Besse Desi (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
24 Feb 2026

Abstract

This study aims to comprehensively analyze principal leadership in the digital era. The method used is a Systematic Literature Review (SLR) with reference to the PRISMA guidelines. Of the 400 identified articles, 15 selected articles were analyzed thematically to answer three research questions. The results show that principal leadership in the digital era is characterized by a clear digital vision, an adaptive attitude towards technological change, and a transformational approach in building school culture. The main strategies implemented include developing teacher digital literacy, digitizing learning and school administration, and strengthening character education based on moral and religious values. However, digital leadership still faces challenges such as limited infrastructure, low teacher digital competence, and human resource readiness. The implications of this study emphasize the importance of strengthening principal leadership capacity as a key factor in the success of sustainable digital transformation in education that is oriented towards quality learning.

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Journal Info

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pubpend

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Subject

Education

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Publikasi Pendidikan (ISSN 2088-2092 Print, ISSN 2548-6721 Online) published an article in the form of the results of thought, research and community service education. The focus and scope of the published article is about basic education or elementary school related to the theory and practice of ...