Influence of Headteachers on Teachers' Motivation. Effects on Academic Achievements of Pupils in Public Primary Schools in Busia West Sub-County

Academic Paper , 2017 , 17 Pages , Grade: 14

Pedagogy - The Teacher, Educational Leadership

The objectives of the study were to identify various ways in which head teachers influenced staff morale of teachers in public primary schools in Busia West Sub-County. The expectancy theory of motivation by Victor Vroom was adopted for this study. A conceptual framework that illustrates the relationship between the main variables of the study was also developed. A descriptive survey research design was utilized in this study. The study employed an eclectic research methodology or the quantitative and qualitative mixed methods approach with interviews being discussed qualitatively to support or dispute the findings from the questionnaires and document analysis. The target population was drawn from 15 County Education Officers, 83 schools, 83 head teachers and 562 teachers. Fifteen schools and all their head teachers, 160 teachers and 5 education officers were sampled for the study.

The number of teachers per school was obtained using proportionate random sampling while the head teachers were sampled purposively. The researcher used questionnaires, interviews and document analysis and observation checklists as tools for collecting data. Pilot survey was carried out in Kembu Zone in Bomet West Sub County. The study findings revealed that: Teaching and learning materials especially teaching aids were unavailable, classrooms were not conducive for teaching and learning and meals were not provided to teachers in their schools; Head teachers did not reward their teachers when they performed well, neither did they give their teachers trips. Merit certificates were also not given to the teachers once students excelled in their subjects. Cash awards were not also given to teachers once their students did well. Teachers were also not promoted to the next grade once students excelled in their subjects.

Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)

• ABSTRACT
• Background to the Study
• Background to the Study
• Problem Statement
• The Purpose of the Study
• Research Questions
• Research Methodology
• Target Population
• Sample Size and Sampling Procedures
• Research Instruments
• Validity and Reliability of Instruments
• Background information of teachers and head teachers
• Ways in which Head teachers influence Staff Morale of Teachers
• Head teachers reward to their Teachers
• Conclusions
• Recommendations
• REFERENCES

Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)

This research aims to investigate the impact of head teachers' influence on staff morale and its effects on pupils' academic achievements in public primary schools in Busia West Sub-County, Kenya. The study explores the relationship between head teachers' leadership, teacher motivation, and student performance.

• The influence of head teachers on staff morale in public primary schools.
• The effectiveness of head teachers' reward systems in motivating teachers.
• The correlation between head teachers' efforts to boost teacher self-confidence and student academic achievements.
• The impact of head teachers' involvement of teachers in decision-making on student performance.
• The relationship between teacher motivation and student academic achievement in public primary schools.

Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)

• Background to the Study: This chapter sets the context for the study by discussing the importance of primary education in Africa and the challenges faced by public primary schools in Kenya. The chapter highlights the significance of motivated teachers in achieving quality education and explores the potential of head teachers to positively impact staff morale.
• Problem Statement: This chapter outlines the research problem by highlighting the discrepancy in academic performance between private and public primary schools in Busia West Sub-County. It raises the question of whether head teachers' influence on staff morale could be a contributing factor to this disparity.
• Research Methodology: This chapter details the research design, target population, sampling procedures, and research instruments used in the study. It explains the methods employed to collect and analyze data, including questionnaires, interviews, and document analysis.
• Findings: This section presents the study's findings related to the influence of head teachers on staff morale, the effectiveness of reward systems, and the impact of head teachers' involvement in decision-making on student performance. It provides insights into the relationship between teacher motivation and student academic achievement.

Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)

The key terms and concepts explored in this research include: teacher motivation, head teachers' influence, staff morale, academic achievement, public primary schools, Kenya, Busia West Sub-County, and the Expectancy Theory of Motivation.

• College: University of Kabianga
• Grade: 14
• Authors: Dr. Joshua Gichaba Manduku (Author), Edwin Maritim (Author), Hellen Kesui (Author), Stephen Kisang Kirui (Author)
• Publication Year: 2017
• Pages: 17
• Catalog Number: V374530
• ISBN (eBook): 9783668536081
• ISBN (Book): 9783668536098
• Language: English
• Tags: influence, headteachers, teachers, motivation, effects, academic, achievements, pupils, public, primary, schools, busia, west, sub-county