A Study on Development of Educational Leadership Program using Equine Assisted Experiential Learning
- Rubentheran Sivagurunathan , INTI International University, Malaysia.
- Abdul Rahman Bin S Senathirajah , INTI International University, Malaysia.
- Ganesh Ramasamy , INTI International University, Malaysia.
- Majid bin Md. Isa , INTI International University, Malaysia.
- Rasheedul Haque , Institution: INTI International University, Malaysia
- Changjin Yang , Faculty of Liberal Arts, Shinawatra University, Thailand
- Linkesvaran Sivagurunathan , INTI International University, Malaysia
ABSTRACT
Objective: This study aims to evaluate the impact of emotional awareness, confidence, distress tolerance, and adaptability on the leadership development of employees in educational institutions in Malaysia. Methodology / Data Collection: A sample of 269 employees who participated in equine-assisted experiential learning was surveyed using a Likert scale questionnaire. Cross-sectional data were analysed using the statistical software JASP, version 0.19.0.0. The findings indicate that emotional awareness, confidence, distress tolerance, and adaptability are significant predictors of leadership development. Contribution: This research makes a notable contribution to the literature by demonstrating that these emotional and psychological factors, facilitated through equine-based experiential learning, play a crucial role in leadership development. Policy Implication: The study recommends that policymakers consider these findings to enhance leadership development initiatives in Malaysia.