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Motivation and Job Satisfaction among Teachers: A Psychological Perspective

by Daniel Harris 1,*
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JOPEM  2021 3(2):23; https://doi.org/10.69610/j.jopem.20211013
Received: 20 August 2021 / Accepted: 24 September 2021 / Published Online: 13 October 2021
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Abstract

The present study delves into the psychological aspects of motivation and job satisfaction among teachers, aiming to explore the intricate relationships between these two constructs and their impact on teaching effectiveness. Drawing from a comprehensive literature review, this research investigates various motivational theories and their relevance to the teaching profession. It further examines the factors that contribute to job satisfaction among teachers, including work-life balance, professional development opportunities, and recognition from students and colleagues. Through a quantitative survey of a sample of teachers from different educational institutions, the study identifies significant correlations between motivation, job satisfaction, and teaching outcomes. The findings suggest that a positive motivational climate and high levels of job satisfaction are crucial for enhancing teacher performance and fostering a conducive learning environment. The implications of these findings for educational policy and teacher support programs are discussed, with a focus on the importance of addressing motivational and job satisfaction issues in the teaching profession.

Keywords: Motivation; Job Satisfaction; Teachers; Psychological Perspective; Teaching Effectiveness.;
Copyright: © 2021 by Harris. This is an open-access article distributed under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution License (CC BY) (Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License). The use, distribution or reproduction in other forums is permitted, provided the original author(s) or licensor are credited and that the original publication in this journal is cited, in accordance with accepted academic practice. No use, distribution or reproduction is permitted which does not comply with these terms.
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Harris, D. (2021). Motivation and Job Satisfaction among Teachers: A Psychological Perspective. Journal of Organizational Psychology and Educational Management, 3(2), 23. doi:10.69610/j.jopem.20211013
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Harris, D. Motivation and Job Satisfaction among Teachers: A Psychological Perspective. Journal of Organizational Psychology and Educational Management, 2021, 3, 23. doi:10.69610/j.jopem.20211013
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Harris D. Motivation and Job Satisfaction among Teachers: A Psychological Perspective. Journal of Organizational Psychology and Educational Management; 2021, 3(2):23. doi:10.69610/j.jopem.20211013
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Harris, Daniel 2021. "Motivation and Job Satisfaction among Teachers: A Psychological Perspective" Journal of Organizational Psychology and Educational Management 3, no.2:23. doi:10.69610/j.jopem.20211013

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Harris, D. Motivation and Job Satisfaction among Teachers: A Psychological Perspective. Journal of Organizational Psychology and Educational Management, 2021, 3, 23. doi:10.69610/j.jopem.20211013
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Harris D. Motivation and Job Satisfaction among Teachers: A Psychological Perspective. Journal of Organizational Psychology and Educational Management; 2021, 3(2):23. doi:10.69610/j.jopem.20211013
Chicago/Turabian Style
Harris, Daniel 2021. "Motivation and Job Satisfaction among Teachers: A Psychological Perspective" Journal of Organizational Psychology and Educational Management 3, no.2:23. doi:10.69610/j.jopem.20211013
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Harris, D. (2021). Motivation and Job Satisfaction among Teachers: A Psychological Perspective. Journal of Organizational Psychology and Educational Management, 3(2), 23. doi:10.69610/j.jopem.20211013

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