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Research Summary: The integration of digital technologies in principal supervision: a systematic review of E-supervision and virtual coaching models
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- Frontiers in Education
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- Aziz Shuaib Ausi
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- 8 September 2026
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- 1 October 2026
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A systematic review of current literature on the integration of digital technologies in principal supervision highlights the transformative impact of e-supervision platforms, virtual coaching models, and AI-powered observation tools on educational leadership. Analyzing 24 studies, the review identifies that digital tools, such as Video Capture and Annotation Technology (VCAT) and virtual professional learning communities, enhance the frequency of feedback and mitigate geographical constraints in supervisory practices.
Why it matters
The adoption of digital technologies in supervisory practices can lead to more frequent and effective feedback mechanisms, improving leadership development and operational efficiency. Overcoming geographic limitations through technology allows for broader access to expertise and consistent support, which is critical for dispersed or remote leadership teams.
Key insights
- Digital technologies are fundamentally altering the landscape of educational leadership and principal supervision.
- The review focused on e-supervision platforms, virtual coaching models, and AI-powered observation tools.
- Twenty-four empirical studies and conceptual frameworks were analyzed following PRISMA 2020 guidelines.
- Digital tools, including Video Capture and Annotation Technology (VCAT) and virtual professional learning communities, significantly increase the frequency of feedback.
- The use of digital technologies helps reduce geographic barriers in principal supervision.
Source
Frontiers in Education — https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/feduc.2026.1884565
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