Principle of Sharing
Responsibilities
A democratic manager and
administrator acts upon the principle of sharing responsibilities. He does not
himself usurp all powers but shares, control and responsibilities not only with
his colleagues but also with the students. He does not make the mistake of
thinking that he is born to rule. He delegates some of his powers to his
colleagues. He avoids being on the top everything in the school. He introduces
student’s government in the school under the guidance of expert teachers.
Principle of Equality
According to Early Childhood Care Education, “A democratic administrator
should look upon the personnel as socially equal to himself. He should not take
decisions by himself, but with his colleagues. He should make feel them
responsible and share in administration. He should have a code of set rules of
administration which he and his colleagues should follow rigidly, making no
discrimination in their application and lastly, he should want no special
privilege.” He should avoid all bossing tendencies. He should treat all those
who work under him as his co-workers as in democracy there are no subordinates.
Principles of Freedom
People are at their best
‘when they have freedom to exercise their powers and talents. Unnecessary
restraints imposed by the managers, administrators curb all initiative and enthusiasm
of their subordinates. The power of critical thinking to arrive at the proper
decisions which is an important feature of democratic education can only be
cultivated by individuals in an atmosphere of freedom.
Principles of Cooperation
A democratic head will
stress the importance of working together in a spirit of mutual help and
cooperation. The school is said to be cooperative society in which every member
must work for all and all for each. A cooperative spirit must be reflected in
every activity of the school – cooperation between the head and staff, head and
the students, head and the parents, head and managing committee, head and the
inspector etc. All engaged in the field of education have the same interests
and purposes and there is no reason why there should not be cooperation at all
levels of educational management and administration. According to Montessori Training,
“The pupils of the school, if they are to develop the characteristics of
cooperativeness must live, when in school, as in a society which is a practical
way provides a living example of cooperation.” Dewey tells us, “A society which
makes provision for participation in the good of all its members on equal terms
and which secures flexible readjustment of its institutions through interaction
of the different forms of associated fife is in so far democratic. Such a
society must have a type of education which gives individuals a personal
interest in social relationships and control, and habits of mind which secure
changes without introducing disorder.
Principles of Justice
A democratic manager and
administrator will not show undue favour to some all will be treated on the
same footing. All points of disputes should be promptly and judicious settled.
Lack of justice breeds disgust and frustration among the service personnel.
Individual worth and not birth should be given due importance. No person should
be above rules and regulations matters should be investigated thoroughly before
decisions are given.
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