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Exploring the relationship between teacher growth mindset, grit, mindfulness, and EFL teachers’ well-being

Year: 2023

Type: article

Abstract: Introduction: This study examines the relationship between teacher growth mindset, mindfulness, grit, and teacher well-being, with a particular emphasis on the mediating role of grit. Methods: The study involved 547 Chinese EFL teachers as participants. Data collection utilized validated measures of growth mindset, mindfulness, grit, and occupational well-being. Structural equation modeling was employed to analyze the data and investigate the proposed relationships. Results: The findings reveal several important relationships. Firstly, both teacher growth mindset and teacher grit exhibit a direct positive influence on teacher well-being. Secondly, teacher grit acts as a mediator in the connection between teacher mindfulness and teacher occupational well-being. This suggests that the positive impact of mindfulness on well-being is, in part, explained by the presence of grit. Discussion: These findings significantly contribute to our comprehension of the factors influencing teacher well-being. They underscore the importance of cultivating growth mindset, mindfulness, and grit in educational contexts. Moreover, the implications of these findings for teacher training and support programs are discussed.

Source: Frontiers in Psychology

DOI: 10.3389/fpsyg.2023.1241335

Authors: Jianyu He, Shisir Iskhar, Yan Yang, Moldobaeva Aisuluu

Institutions: Kyrgyz State National University, Luoyang Normal University, National Academy of Sciences of the Republic of Kyrgyzstan

Language: English

Topic: Grit, Self-Efficacy, and Motivation

Subfield: Social Psychology

Field: Psychology

Domain: Social Sciences

SDGs: Quality education, Decent work and economic growth

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $3,295