An Effective Leadership Model for Teaching Motivation in Secondary Schools in Serengeti District, Tanzania
Year: 2025
Type: article
Abstract: This study assessed the effective leadership model for heightening teaching motivation in secondary schools in Serengeti District Council. It adopted mixed methods research approach and convergent parallel design. Data were collected from 93 respondents through interviews and questionnaires. The study was guided by Herzberg's Two-Factor Motivation Theory. The findings identified an effective leadership model with five critical leadership practices that contribute significantly to teachers’ motivation. The leadership model embraces the provision of opportunities for professional development, giving constructive feedback and support, fostering collaborative culture, giving teachers’ autonomy and regularly recognising and celebrating teachers’ success and accomplishments. The model emphasized that giving constructive feedback and support creates a sense of teaching morale in doing teaching roles and motivating students learning habits. These findings underscore the critical role of school leadership in cultivating a motivated and empowered teaching workforce. The study contributes to educational leadership literature by providing practical and evidence based insights for school leaders aiming to enhance teaching motivation.
Author: Babu Lembrice Peter1*, Coletha Cleo Ngirwa2, Rweyendera Ngonge3
Language: English
Subfield: Education
Field: Social Sciences
Domain: Social Sciences
SDG: Quality education
Open Access status: green
OpenAlex ID: W6912167163
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