QUESTION 1

CRITICAL
REVIEW
Educational Management
HPGD2203
POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA IN TEACHING PROGRAMME
DR MUMTAZ BEGAM ABDUL KADIR
 Question 1
Read carefully the research article listed
below and prepare a critical review of
the article.

Kafa, A (2023). Teachers’ perceptions of school

principals’ role in tackling the pandemic crisis.
International Journal of Educational
Management, 37(2), 350-360.
DOI 10.1108/IJEM-02-2022-0056
Use your own words, and your
review must include the following
components:

The relevance of the article.

The coverage of the key aspects of

the article.

The in-depth analysis on the content.

The clarity of the article.

The organization of the article.

 RUBRICS
Relevance Breath Depth Clarity Organisation
(2) (4) (8) (4) (2)
The review is All the key Ample evidence The review is Effective
very relevant, aspects of the of critical and in- excellent, organisation and
and the article are depth analysis of focused, well-suited to the
discussion adequately the content. coherent, and purpose. The main
demonstrates an covered in the well discussed points are distinct
excellent review. with support from the supporting
understanding of from expert details. Graceful
the article. knowledge/ transitions create
theory/ past coherent progress
research. toward a
conclusion.
 REVIEW
STRUCTURE
Introduction Main Body Conclusion

Start with an Divide the main End with a

introduction that body into sections conclusion that
outlines the purpose that cover summarizes your
of the review and relevance, key main points and
provides a brief aspects, and in- provides a final
overview of the depth analysis. Use assessment of the
article. subheadings for article’s contribution
clarity. to the field.
 INRODUCTION
Purpose of the Review:

Clearly state that the review aims to critically analyze the article
"Teachers’ perceptions of school principals’ role in tackling the
pandemic crisis" by Kafa (2023).

Mention that you will assess the relevance, coverage of key aspects,
depth of analysis, clarity, and organization of the article.
 RELEVANCE (2 Mark)
Connection to Current Issues:
Discuss how the article addresses current challenges faced by school
principals, particularly those related to the pandemic crisis.
Provide examples of current issues in educational management that
relate to the article’s themes.

Implications for Practice:

Explain how the findings can be applied by school principals and
policymakers to improve crisis management in schools.
Mention any specific recommendations made by the author for
improving crisis management in schools.

Contribution to Existing Literature:

Highlight the article's contribution to existing research on educational
management and crisis response.
Compare the article’s findings with other studies in the field.
COVERAGE OF (4 Marks)

KEY ASPECTS
Main Themes:
Summarize the primary themes the article discusses, such as leadership
strategies, communication effectiveness, and the emotional support
provided by principals.

Research Findings:
Outline the key findings of the study, including any statistics or
significant data points presented by the author.

Methodology:
Briefly describe the research methods used in the study (e.g., surveys,
interviews, qualitative analysis).
 HOW TO COVER
ADEQUATELY:
Ensure all major points of the article
are summarized without omitting any
critical information.

Include specific details from the study

that support the main themes and
findings.
 IN-DEPTH
ANALYSIS (8 Marks)

Critical Evaluation:
Provide a detailed critique of the article's arguments, strengths, and
weaknesses. Consider the robustness of the research design, the validity
of the findings, and the soundness of the conclusions.

Contextualization:
Place the findings within the broader context of educational management
research. Discuss how this study compares to other similar studies and
what it adds to the field.
Theoretical Implications:
Explore the theoretical implications of the findings. How do they support
or challenge existing theories in educational leadership and crisis
management?

Practical Implications:
Discuss the practical implications for school principals and educational
leaders. How can they implement the findings to improve their crisis
management strategies?
HOW TO PROVIDE
DEPTH:
Use evidence from the article and
other scholarly sources to support
your critique.
Present a balanced view that
acknowledges both the strengths
and weaknesses of the article.
Show how the article fits into the
larger academic conversation on
the topic.
 CLARITY (4 Marks)

Logical Flow:
Ensure your review follows a logical structure with a clear
introduction, body, and conclusion.

Clear Expression:
Use clear and precise language. Define any technical terms
used.

Coherence:
Ensure each paragraph transitions smoothly to the next,
maintaining a coherent line of argument throughout the
review.
ORGANIZATION (2 Mark)

Introduction:
Provide a brief overview of the article and state the purpose of
your review.
Main Body:
Divide the main body into sections (Relevance, Coverage of
Key Aspects, In-Depth Analysis, Clarity) using subheadings for
clarity.
Conclusion:
Summarize the main points discussed in your review.
Provide a final assessment of the article’s contribution to the
field and its practical implications.