Assessment and Practice in Educational Sciences 3092-717X 3 Serial Number 12 2025 12 01 Presenting a Paradigm Model of Instructional Leadership in Elementary Education in Kerman Province: A Qualitative Approach Presenting a Paradigm Model of Instructional Leadership in Elementary Education in Kerman Province: A Qualitative Approach 1 16 EN Journal Article 2025 09 15 <p>The present study aimed to develop a model of instructional leadership for elementary education in Kerman Province. In terms of purpose, this research was applied, and in terms of the type of data, it was qualitative. With respect to the nature and type of the study, it falls within the category of qualitative research. The study population consisted of experts in the field of educational management who held doctoral degrees and had authored books, articles, and research studies in this area, in addition to possessing relevant practical experience. Based on purposive theoretical sampling, 15 experts were selected for interviews. The research instrument was a semi-structured interview through which the dimensions, components, and indicators of the instructional leadership model for elementary education in Kerman Province were developed. To prepare the interview form, an initial review and in-depth interviews with experts were conducted. Subsequently, indicators were extracted through open coding and classified into dimensions, components, and indicators through axial coding. The interview form was then sent to 15 experts, and through selective coding and the Delphi technique, the dimensions, components, and indicators were identified and finalized. Consequently, 6 dimensions, 24 components, and 129 indicators were identified for the instructional leadership model for elementary education in Kerman Province. Following final approval and prioritization by the experts, the dimensions, components, and indicators constituting the model were depicted, and the model was subsequently validated again by the experts.</p> Instructional Leadership Evaluation Leadership Performance Strategic Vision Analytical Leadership Skills Human Skills Technological Skills https://www.journalapes.com/index.php/apes/article/download/307/303