Pemimpin dan komuniti pembelajaran profesional

Recently, Professional Learning Community (PLC) has become an important discussion topic in the field of education. Thus, many educational institutions, especially schools, have sought to implement the practice of PLC with the hope of improving student learning. This hope is to be achieved through teaching and learning activities which are carried out collaboratively among school communities, especially teachers. In fact, they must respond to the activities undertaken to ensure there is improvement in student learning and achievement. Moreover, to ensure that schools practice PLC, the researchers have listed five main characteristics of PLC, namely: shared values and visions, collaborative culture, focus on outcomes to improve student learning, leadership support and shared personal practice. The main feature of PLC is to serve as a benchmark for the effectiveness of these practices in schools. However, school leaders need to play a meaningful role to ensure that schools are able to create PLCs to enhance student learning. This article discusses the concept of leadership, PLC and the roles of leadership in establishing PLCs in schools. Key words: Professional Learning Community, school, improving student learning.