Investigating factors that motivate teachers to teach after normal working hours : a case study in the Capricorn district of Limpopo
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Authors
Sehlapelo, Thekelo Walter
Issue Date
2015-11
Type
Dissertation
Language
en
Keywords
Motivation , Intrinsic motivation , Extrinsic motivation , Remuneration , Self-efficacy , Professional development , Instructional leadership , Altruism , Recognition , Reward
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Abstract
The purpose of the study was to identify factors that motivate teachers to teach after hours. It was a qualitative study employing the interpretive research paradigm. The study employed a case study design of three secondary schools. Twelve teachers were purposively selected. Data was collected through focus groups and open-ended questionnaires of which thematically analyzed. Key findings revealed that teachers are motivated to teach after hours by among others their ability, pertinent PD, resources, positive environment, theories of motivation and goals set. The study concluded that these factors should be upheld. The study also recommended enough time for PD, bursaries and salary adjustments, teacher involvement in textbook requisition, excellence awards, incentivisation and goal setting.
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Sehlapelo, Thekelo Walter (2015) Investigating factors that motivate teachers to teach after normal working hours : a case study in the Capricorn district of Limpopo, University of South Africa, Pretoria, <http://hdl.handle.net/10500/20238>