ANALYSIS OF FINDINGS
The analysis presented below is based on the background of Goodwill Secondary School and the findings presented above utilizing the literature sourced in relation to the motivation and reward strategies and the impact on teacher performance as well as leadership style.
According to Johnson (1986), measures developed to boost teacher motivation are based on mainly three theories of motivation and productivity: Expectancy theory; individuals are more likely to strive in their work if there is an anticipated reward that they value, such as a bonus or a promotion, than if there is none. Equity theory; individuals are dissatisfied if they are not justly compensated for their efforts and accomplishments. Job enrichment theory; workers are more productive when their work is varied and challenging. (p. 54-79)
Based on what Johnson said, the first two theories are significant to information detailed in the findings. The principal, in his quest to motivate teachers employed the expectancy theory which worked since teachers expected that satisfactory performance would result in a desirable reward. However, if the desired performance and expected reward are not consistent then motivation is not achieved hence performance suffered.
Frase (1992) identified two sets of factors that affect teachers’ ability to
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Consideration has to be made when providing reward to teachers in a similar situation in comparison to the one being rewarded. The “fairness” aspect of the theory explains why some teachers reduce effort causing performance to
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