Transactions on Data Analysis in Social Science

Transactions on Data Analysis in Social Science

Motivational Solutions for Teachers Based on The Document of Fundamental Transformation of Education

Document Type : Original Article

Authors
S. Raeisizeidabad 1
H. Raeisizeidabad 2
A. Saeidigoraghani 3
1 Secretary of Education of Kerman Province Kerman, IRAN
2 Bachelor of Elementary Education, Islamic Azad University, Jiroft branch Jiroft, IRAN
3 Secretary of Education of Kerman Province
10.47176/TDASS/2023.43
Abstract
Teachers and trainers are essential components of the education system, playing a critical role in advancing educational quality. Elevating their motivation and investing in this sector can lead to a substantial improvement in education standards. Numerous morals, social, cultural, economic, and political impediments have hindered the growth and progress of the country, leading to the neglect of human resources, such as the crucial role of teachers and their influence on productivity in education. Therefore, it is essential to determine teachers' requirements and the underlying motivating factors to improve the educational system's efficiency and accomplish objectives outlined in upstream documentation, such as the Fundamental Transformation of Education document. The present study aims to offer practical motivational solutions to educators, with a specific focus on the aforementioned document of significant transformation. This study is aimed at gathering information related to library studies and has an applied purpose with a descriptive-analytical nature. The results indicate that crucial factors affecting career motivation among educators include enhancing social status, addressing economic concerns, implementing an accurate evaluation system, improving professional development, and involving teachers in curriculum planning. It is advisable for educators and education policymakers to utilize the core change blueprint, particularly the segment on teacher position, to implement diverse methodologies and establish a favorable atmosphere for enhancing teacher drive.
Keywords
Teacher
Motivation
Solution
Fundamental Transformation Document
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Transactions on Data Analysis in Social Science
Volume 5, Issue 1
Winter 2023
Pages 43-54

  • Receive Date 06 January 2023
  • Revise Date 27 February 2023
  • Accept Date 19 March 2023