The study investigated teachers’ motivation and its effect on teachers’ performance in Nigeria using a descriptive survey research design. Thirty teachers and 50 students were randomly selected from three government secondary schools in Jos North Local Government Area of Plateau State. Data was collected using a well-structured questionnaire. Responses were presented using descriptive statistics and analyzed using Pearson Product Moment Correlation Coefficient statistical method to confirm the hypotheses generated for the study at 5% probability level. The findings of this study reveal that there is a significant relationship between teachers’ remuneration and quality teaching in Nigeria.
Based on the findings of this research study, teachers' remuneration significantly affect both extrinsic and intrinsic motivating factors, increased teacher absenteeism, teachers-students interpersonal relationships as well as commitment to work, consequently contributing to dwindling educational quality and academic performance of primary school students. As such, highly-motivated, well-trained and professionally supported teachers are crucial for an effective education system in Nigeria.
Table of Contents
CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION
1.1 Background To The Study
1.2 Statement of the Problem
1.3 Research Questions
1.4 Research Hypothesis
1.5 Objectives of the Study
1.6 Significance of the Study
1.7 Definition of Terms
1.8 Scope of the Study
CHAPTER TWO LITERATURE REVIEW
2.1 Teachers Plight
2.2 Motivation
2.3 Classification of Motivation
2.3.1 Intrinsic motivation
2.3.2 Extrinsic Motivation
2.4 Conceptual Framework Showing the Possible Effect of Motivation on Teacher’s Performance
2.5 MODEL OF FACTORS THAT CAN OPERATE AS TEACHER INCENTIVES
2.6 Monetary and Non-Monetary Benefits
2.7 Motivation of Teachers and Performance
2.8 Teachers’ Motivation and its Challenges
2.9 Motivational Strategies
2.10 Historical Background of Jos North LGA
2.11 Key Research Studies
2.12 Breakdown of Student Performance in External Examination in Nigeria
CHAPTER THREE METHODOLOGY
3.0. Introduction
3.1. Research Design and Sampling Procedure
3.2. Population and Sample
3.3. Method of Data Collection
3.4. Validity and Reliability
3.5. Method of Data Analysis
3.6. Limitation of Study
CHAPTER FOUR RESULTS AND DISCUSSION
4.0 Introduction
4.1 Results
4.1.1 Questionnaire for Teachers
4.1.2 QUESTIONNAIRE FOR STUDENTS
4.1.3 Statistical Analysis - Correlation
4.2 Discussion
CHAPTER FIVE CONCLUSION AND RECOMMENDATIONS
5.1. Conclusion
5.2. Recommendations
Research Objectives and Topics
The primary aim of this study is to investigate the influence of teacher motivation on instructional performance and overall education quality within government secondary schools in Nigeria, specifically in the Jos North Local Government Area. The research seeks to identify the correlation between remuneration, job satisfaction, and teaching effectiveness, ultimately addressing why the teaching profession in Nigeria currently struggles to attract and retain high-quality personnel.
- Analysis of the relationship between teacher remuneration and teaching quality.
- Evaluation of extrinsic and intrinsic motivational factors affecting teachers.
- Investigation into the impact of poor working conditions on professional commitment.
- Assessment of student performance outcomes in relation to teacher motivation levels.
- Examination of the societal perception of the teaching profession in Nigeria.
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1.1 Background To The Study
Education is the bedrock of any nation’s development. The educational system is vital, because it produces the personnel that is required to function in various facets of national life and development process. The National Economic Empowerment and Development Strategy (NEEDS) document (2004:35) noted, “the goals of wealth creation, employment generation, poverty reduction, and value reorientation can be effectively pursued, attained, and sustained only through an efficient, relevant and functional education system” (Ibidapo-Obe, 2007). But then, the academic standard in all Nigerian educational institutions has fallen considerably below societal expectations. The current status of the Nigerian educational system at the moment is undesirable. It is low in quality and standard, limited in its reach and disturbing in its future. Arong and Ogbadu (2010), opined that two facts concerning education in the country are very evident. These facts are: Only very few are aware of the value/importance of education in the nation’s development and only very few are aware of the real magnitude of the declining nature of the quality of education in the country. The Federal Republic of Nigeria (2004) asserts that no nation can achieve economic, social and technological progress and self-sufficiency without a good system of education to sustain its achievement. Nonetheless, what makes a worthy system of education depends on the quality of teachers available in the system. The quality of human resources in form of teachers, often dictates the extent of the effectiveness of educational programmes (Ibukun 2004).
Teachers are indispensable in the entire educational system of any nation and are pivots on which education wheels revolve. Ashimole (2011) underscored that teaching and learning is hinged largely on teachers, and that it is on teachers‟ number, quality and devotion that reels the effectiveness of all educational arrangements, development and growth. In the same way
Summary of Chapters
CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION: This chapter establishes the foundational context of the research, highlighting the vital role of education in national development and the current crisis facing the Nigerian educational system regarding teacher quality and remuneration.
CHAPTER TWO LITERATURE REVIEW: This chapter explores existing theories and studies on teacher motivation, categorizing it into intrinsic and extrinsic factors and examining how these influence teacher performance, commitment, and social status in the context of Nigeria.
CHAPTER THREE METHODOLOGY: This section details the research design, specifically using a descriptive survey method in three selected government secondary schools in Jos North LGA, including the sampling, data collection, and analytical procedures.
CHAPTER FOUR RESULTS AND DISCUSSION: This chapter presents the statistical data gathered from teacher and student questionnaires, providing a comprehensive analysis of demographic factors and correlation studies to test the research hypotheses.
CHAPTER FIVE CONCLUSION AND RECOMMENDATIONS: The final chapter synthesizes the findings to confirm the significant impact of remuneration on teacher motivation and performance, offering actionable recommendations for stakeholders to improve educational standards.
Keywords
Teacher Motivation, Teacher Performance, Educational Quality, Nigeria, Remuneration, Intrinsic Motivation, Extrinsic Motivation, Student Academic Achievement, Job Satisfaction, Professional Commitment, Secondary Education, Jos North LGA, Teacher Absenteeism, Instructional Quality, Human Resource Management.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the core focus of this research study?
The study investigates the relationship between teacher motivation, specifically remuneration, and the performance and output of teachers within secondary schools in Nigeria.
Which specific areas of teacher motivation are explored?
The research analyzes both intrinsic motivators, such as job satisfaction and professional passion, and extrinsic motivators, including salary, benefits, and working conditions.
What is the main objective of this study?
The primary goal is to determine how financial and non-financial rewards influence the teaching quality and commitment of staff, and to understand why the profession suffers from low status in Nigeria.
What research methodology was employed?
The researcher adopted a descriptive survey research design, using quantitative data collected through structured questionnaires administered to teachers and students in three government secondary schools.
What does the main body of the work cover?
It includes an extensive literature review on factors affecting teacher morale, a detailed methodology section, and a thorough data analysis using Pearson Product Moment Correlation to examine socio-economic and motivational variables.
Which keywords define this research?
Key terms include teacher motivation, remuneration, job satisfaction, teacher performance, Nigerian education, and student academic achievement.
Why did the study specifically focus on Jos North LGA?
Jos North LGA was selected as the specific study area to provide a concrete case study for investigating the broader national issues of teacher motivation within Plateau State.
How did the students perceive their teachers?
The study used students' evaluations to assess teacher behavior, such as their mood in class, preparation levels, and interaction with pupils, revealing significant correlations between these and teacher motivation.
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- Babajide Charles Falemara (Author), 2013, Teachers’ Motivation and its Effects on Teachers' Performance in Nigeria, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/418753
