Philosophically (Re)imagining Educational Leadership in the Age of Connectivity and 4IR: Shaping the Future of Education in a Hyperconnected World

This book provides a philosophical exploration of educational leadership for the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR). It challenges South African leaders to move beyond simply implementing new technologies like AI and other metadata points in educational leadership, urging more profound and ethical approaches to education, teaching, and learning, and research in education spaces. By integrating Western and non-Western frameworks like Ubuntu, it addresses systemic inequalities and diverse cultural needs. The aim of the book is also to highlight what equitable, compassionate leadership practices that navigate the complexities of innovation and humanity to build a forward-thinking education system for all look like. Contributors are: Olukayode Solomon Aboderin, Sibonelo Blose, Carlo Daniels, Thokozane Princess Dyosini, Raymond Nkwenti Fru, Claire Gaillard, Rob Graham, Loyiso Currell Jita, Thuthukile Jita, Jerome A. Kroetsch, Dean Collin Langeveldt, Moses Letsapa, Owen Madalambana, Mthokozisi Samuel Maseko, V. J. Maseko, Nancy Maynes, Malixole Mndwana, Halalisani Mngomezulu, Sindile Amina Ngubane, Buhle Stella Nhlumayo, Tolulope Ayodeji Olatoye, Adebayo Akinyinka Omoniyi, Josephine Oranga, Doniwen Pietersen, Sam Ramaila, Wendy Smidt, Masetshaba Agnes Tsosane, Cias Thapelo Tsotetsi, Lerato Elizabeth Tsotetsi, and Kathija Yassim.