The Factors Affecting Teachers’ Self-esteem in the Higher Educational Institutions:

Abstract

Lack of investment in the human resources, in the developing countries is the core issue which has hit the socio-economic sectors to an extent. Consequently, there is dearth of the competent and high profile human capital in the education sector. The empowerment is like a tonic which empowers the employees’ psychologically, socially and financially. It promotes a kind of contentment, job satisfaction and self-esteem among them. It results in personal growth, elated feelings, confidence and self-control which lead to a soft relationship between employer and the employee. Moreover, it makes the employees utilize their knowledge and skills, professional autonomy, potentials and capabilities thus enabling them to withstand their decisions, assume risks and taking appropriate actions. The empowerment not only benefits the institution but it is also followed by the high self-esteem on the part of the employees. It will yield not only high output rather there will be a significant improvement in the academic standard as well.

Keywords: Self-esteem, Self-confidence, Performance, Empowerment, Academicians, HEIs