Impact Of Motivation Of Teachers On Student Academic Performance
(A Case Study Of Some Selected Secondary Schools In Nkanu West Local Government Area Enugu State)
The motivation of teachers significantly influences student academic performance as it shapes the learning environment and student engagement. When teachers are highly motivated, they demonstrate enthusiasm, dedication, and effective instructional strategies, fostering a positive atmosphere conducive to learning. Motivated teachers tend to be more committed to their profession, continually seeking professional development opportunities to enhance their teaching skills and adapt to diverse student needs. This dedication translates into increased student motivation, participation, and ultimately, improved academic outcomes. Additionally, motivated teachers serve as role models for students, inspiring them to strive for excellence and persevere through challenges. Consequently, the motivation of teachers plays a vital role in shaping the educational experience and success of students, highlighting the interconnectedness between teacher motivation and student academic achievement.
This research work, attempt to investigate the impact of motivation of teachers on students academic performance with some selected secondary schools in Nkanu West L.G.A of Enugu state. The purpose of this study specifically is to determine the dilapidated school resources and efficiency, to find out how the school management and government motivate teachers to carry out their job as accepted, how teachers contribute to students examination malpractice and the parents role in motivating teachers to bring out the best in their children. 200 copies of questionnaire were administer the sample sizes is 100. Research question was used and all of them were significant to the study. From the findings of the research, it was revealed that dilapidated of school resource and facilities discourages teachers efficiency in teaching. In conclusion, based on the finding which point out that the government and teachers has played important role in motivating the teachers and also contributed in examination malpractice. In this, the researchers therefore suggest that non-motivation of teachers has great effect on student academic performance and society at large. Poor motivation as a tool for enhancing teacher. The researchers thereby recommend that teachers should be given adequate motivation for them to be loyal and dedicated to their job. If all this problems and factors are been tackled, Nigeria education will be bed of roses, and quantity graduates be produced.
Title Page
Approval Page
Dedication
Acknowledgement
Table Of Content
Abstract
Chapter One
1.0 Introduction
1.1 Background Of The Study
1.2 Statement Of The Problem
1.3 Purpose Of The Study
1.4 Significance Of The Study
1.5 Scope Of The Study
1.6 Research Question
Chapter Two
2.0 Review Of Related Literature
2.1 The Concept Of Motivation
2.2 Ways Of Motivation Teachers
2.3 In Summary Of Literature Review
Chapter Three
3.0 Methodology
3.1 Research Design
3.2 Area Of Study
3.3 Population Of The Study
3.4 Sample Size And Sampling Techniques
3.5 Instrument For Data Collection
3.6 Validation Of The Instrument
3.7 Reliability Of The Instrument
3.8 Method Of Data Analysis
Chapter Four
4.1 Analysis Of Research Questions
Chapter Five
5.0 Discussion, Conclusion, Recommendation And Summary
5.1 Discussion Of Findings
5.2 Conclusion
5.3 Recommendations Of The Findings
5.4 Limitations Of The Study
5.5 Suggestions For Further Study
References
INTRODUCTION
Background of the Study
The strength of any educational system largely depends upon the study of its teachers, it is a teacher who helps to transform an individual into a person of imagination, wisdom, human love and enlightenment, and institutions into lamppost of posterity and the country into a learning society. The national policy on Education 1990 has rightly remarked; “the status of the teacher reflects the socio-cultural ethos of a society”. It is in this context that today a teacher occupies a unique and significant place in any society.
It is observed that, with the expansion of schools over the fears in terms of number of secondary school, universities, and colleges and the students strength, its quality and standard have fallen. This issue has engaged the attention of educationists for several years and various committees and commissions have suggest measures for improving the quality of education.
The Rad- hakrishnan commission in 1991,kothari commission in 1984 1990, the National Commission of teachers in higher education, the policy on Education 1990 and the review committee of the NPE 1991, expressed their concern over the deterioration of the standards of education and recommended several steps for bringing about improvement in the quality of education at every stage among all the factors responsible for the deteriorating standards of Education. The “teacher” has been identified as the key factor. His characteristics, qualifications, his attitude towards the profession, his competency, his professional skills, his capacity for leadership and motivation to work affect the quality of education. The modern society very badly needs teachers who are not only knowledgeable but also highly motivated and committed to their profession and sincere in their efforts for doing good the society.
Teachers are evaluated according to what they are able to accomplish. If they see motivation as hindering their potential and achievement in their jobs. It often becomes difficult for them to remain and maintain a sense of purpose, goal and accomplishment at work. Camp bell and Printchard (1990), defined work motivation in terms of a set of independent/dependent variables, relationships that explains direction, aptitude, and persistence of an individual’s behaviour holding constant effects of aptitude, skill and understanding of the task and the constraints operating in the environment.
Steers –R, porter L (1991) defined work motivation as that which drives and sustains human behaviour in working life. Pinder (1998) described work motivation as a set of internal and external forces that initiates work related behaviour and determines its form, direction, intensity and duration. The not worthy feature of this description is that motivation is defined as an energizing force. It is what induces actions in employees and secondary, this force has an implication for the form, that is, what the employee is motivated to accomplish, direction, that is, low they will attempt to accomplish it, intensity, that is how hard they will attempt to accomplish and duration, when they will stop that behaviour.
Work motivation is an action that stimulates the teachers to take a course of action, which will result in attainment of some goals or satisfaction of certain psychological needs of the students, and the forms this basis of this research work.
Statement of Research Problem
Nwadiani (1998), acknowledged that schools in Nigeria are fast decaying. The “rot” in the system ranges from shortage of all teaching and learning resources, expect students, to lack of effective leadership and proper motivation of teachers. Ozigi (1992) pointed out that teachers in Nigeria were unhappy, frustrated, uninspired and unmotivated. The school environment is dotted with dilapidated buildings equip with or without dated laboratory facilities and equipment. Teachers at times have to work under the most unsafe and unhealthy conditions. It is not unusual to find teachers and students interacting academically under collapsed school building. Likewise student are sometimes left with no option but to receive lessons under shades and open roofs while teachers make with the little available outdated materials at their disposal to teach. This has no doubt, translated into teachers low morale which in turn translated into students poor performance in external and internal examinations, their involvement into examination malpractice, cultism and other negative dispositions (vices).
The whole education system is a tale of woe. For example, in Edo, Anambra, Enugu, and Imo state, teachers have not been paid salary for between five to ten months. Yet every parents want his child or children to acquired education and skill through teachers but apparently more seem to worry whether teachers can cater for their families educate their children, settle health bills and contribute meaningfully to community development.
Purpose of the Study
The purpose of the study was to examine the impact of motivating teachers on the academic performance of the students; specifically the study will investigate.
1. To find out how dilapidated school resources and facilities discourage teachers efficiency.
2. To find out how school management and government motivate teachers to carry out their jobs as expected.
3. To determine the inadequate teachers motivation contribute to students examination malpractice.
4. To identity Parents role in motivating teachers to bring out the best in their children.
Significance of the Study
This study is significant in many respect as it will contribute immensely in enabling the teachers to stay focused and committed to their profession. It will help to unlock the teachers potentials and the expected achievement in their job. The study in effect will also enable the school management and government to see the importance of motivating, encouraging and inspiring teachers. So that they can discharge their duties with real and efficiency in order to produce sound and qualitative students and graduates.
Scope of the Study
Due to the impossibility of covering the whole schools in Enugu state the researchers in effect were limited to three selected secondary school in Nkanu West Local Government Area.
Research Question
1. To what expend do dilapidated school resources and facilities discourage teacher efficiency?
2. What role do school management and government play in motivating or inspiring teachers to carry out their jobs as expected?
3. To what extend do inadequate teachers motivation contribute to and encouraged students examination malpractice?
4. What are the role of parents in motivating teachers to bring out the best in their children?
Impact Of Motivation Of Teachers On Student Academic Performance:
The impact of teacher motivation on student academic performance is a complex and multifaceted relationship. While it is challenging to isolate a single factor and its direct impact on student outcomes, there is substantial evidence to suggest that motivated teachers can have a positive influence on student achievement. Here are some key points to consider:
- Improved Teaching Practices: Motivated teachers are more likely to invest time and effort into improving their teaching methods and staying up-to-date with educational best practices. They are more likely to experiment with innovative instructional techniques and adapt their teaching strategies to meet the diverse needs of their students.
- Increased Engagement: Teachers who are enthusiastic and motivated tend to create a more engaging and positive classroom environment. They can foster a sense of excitement and curiosity among students, making learning more enjoyable and meaningful.
- Role Modeling: Motivated teachers serve as role models for their students. When students observe their teachers’ passion and dedication to their work, they are more likely to develop a similar attitude towards their own studies and goals.
- Higher Expectations: Motivated teachers often set high expectations for their students. When students know that their teachers believe in their potential and expect them to excel, they are more likely to rise to the challenge and strive for higher academic performance.
- Emotional Support: Motivated teachers are often more approachable and supportive of their students’ emotional and academic needs. They can provide guidance, mentorship, and a caring presence, which can boost students’ confidence and resilience.
- Reduced Absenteeism: A motivated teacher can create a classroom environment that students look forward to attending. This can lead to reduced absenteeism and higher attendance rates, ensuring that students are present and engaged in the learning process.
- Positive Feedback and Recognition: Teachers who are motivated are more likely to provide constructive feedback and recognize students’ achievements. This feedback can help students understand their strengths and weaknesses, motivating them to improve.
- Teacher-Student Relationships: Teacher motivation can positively influence the quality of teacher-student relationships. A positive teacher-student relationship can lead to increased student motivation and a willingness to perform well academically.
- Teacher Burnout Prevention: Conversely, a lack of teacher motivation can lead to burnout, which can negatively impact teaching quality and, consequently, student performance. Motivated teachers are more likely to stay committed to their profession, ensuring sustained positive effects on students.
It’s important to note that while teacher motivation can have a significant impact on student academic performance, it is not the only factor at play. Other factors, such as parental involvement, student motivation, school resources, and socioeconomic conditions, also play important roles in determining student outcomes. Therefore, improving student performance is a complex process that requires a holistic approach involving various stakeholders in the educational system.
In conclusion, motivated teachers can create a conducive learning environment, inspire students, and contribute positively to their academic performance. However, the relationship between teacher motivation and student outcomes is influenced by a multitude of factors, and addressing these factors comprehensively is essential for improving overall educational quality.