Year: 2025
Type: article
Abstract: This paper explores the characteristics of gender differences in work motivation for assuming the diverse job roles of head teachers in their everyday work in Croatia. Grounded in the well-established self-determination theory (SDT), this paper examines not only the intensity of motivation among head teachers, but also its quality, while applying the WRMS – SP questionnaire. The findings have important implications in recognizing the gender-based similarities in motivation types as confirmation that both men and women perceive themselves as effective leaders in a complex job role and present-day challenges in schools.
DOI: 10.18690/rei.4850
Authors: Igor Nikičić, Rahaela Varga
Institution: University of Osijek
Language: English
Subfield: Education
Field: Social Sciences
Domain: Social Sciences
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W7091578026