FACTORS AFFECTING ACADEMIC STAFF AND THEIR IMPACT ON THE UNIVERSITY: A CASE STUDY OF NUIST
Journal Title: Educational Research International - Year 2018, Vol 7, Issue 1
Abstract
Teachers’ role in any educational system cannot be over-emphasized. They are the executors and implementers of educational policies and curriculum. Their satisfaction in any institution of learning is a greater concern to public as they are crucial towards enhancing the country’s economy. The present study evaluates factors affecting teachers’ satisfaction and performance in Nanjing University of Information Science and Technology (NUIST) China. For this purpose, a well-structured questionnaire was administered to the teachers in NUIST. The data collected was tabulated, analyzed and interpreted using Survey-Monkey Application. Among the factors investigated were the organizational and personal factors such as institutional growth, individual growth, satisfaction level, secure-job and benefit of teachers. The findings reveal that, teachers’ are satisfied with the incentive packages they receive and have an affirmative attitude towards work in the university. However, they expect the employers to enrich their working conditions for them as they spent significant amount of time in their workplace. Their satisfaction improves both students and institutional performance. The study elaborated factors affecting job satisfaction through personal and organizational factors and guide employers in identifying specific factors that influence the performance of teachers in an institution for efficient productivity.
Authors and Affiliations
Robert Brenya, Cui Weijun, Richard Boiyo Kipkemboi
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