ASSESSMENT OF TEACHER MOTIVATION APPROACHES IN THE LESS DEVELOPED COUNTRIES

Abstract

Motivation is an internal process that makes a person move toward a goal. Therefore, this paper examines both traditional and new approaches to teacher motivation, threats to teacher motivation and measures for shaping teacher motivation. The paper concludes that intrinsic rewards such as self-respect, responsibility, and a sense of accomplishment as well as participatory school improvement, comprehensive staff development and supportive teacher evaluation hold great promise for improving teachers’ professional motivation.

Keywords: Teacher Motivation, Intrinsic Motivation, Extrinsic Motivation