Congruence of Leadership and Self-Efficacy as Predictor of Research Productivity

Abstract

This study employs a descriptive analysis coupled with a stepwise regression approach to unravel the intricacies governing teacher research productivity. Empirical results elucidate that Self-Efficacy exerts a profound influence on teachers' research outputs. The investigation underscores a spectrum of determinants shaping teacher research productivity, highlighting the indispensable roles of effective leadership dynamics and bolstered self-efficacy.  The findings of this study illuminate the nuanced interplay between self-efficacy, leadership, and research productivity among educators. The overwhelmingly positive lean in research self-efficacy among respondents is a testament to the inherent resilience, adaptability, and problem-solving acumen present in the cohort. This is reassuring, given the unpredictabilities and demands of the research domain. The areas marked by slightly lower mean scores serve as signposts, pointing towards potential areas of capacity-building and intervention. Further, the predictive model underscores the intricate relationship between self-efficacy and research productivity. While high self-efficacy often correlates with perseverance and task completion, its negative influence at the initial productivity level is an intriguing revelation. This suggests a deeper dive into understanding the thresholds of self-efficacy and how they interact with individual goals, research complexities, and perceptions of productivity. Leadership's role as a significant predictor, especially at the foundational productivity level, accentuates its importance in shaping research trajectories. This  research offers invaluable insights into the determinants of research productivity among educators. By highlighting the salience of self-efficacy and leadership, the study underscores the need for institutions to foster these attributes. In an ever-evolving educational landscape, understanding and nurturing these determinants will be instrumental in propelling research excellence.