The Effect of Ethical Leadership Behaviours on Teachers` Motivation in Public Primary Schools in Karagwe District, Tanzania.

Bamugimba, Gaudin (2024) The Effect of Ethical Leadership Behaviours on Teachers` Motivation in Public Primary Schools in Karagwe District, Tanzania. Masters thesis, The Open University of Tanzania.

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Abstract

This study investigated the effect of ethical leadership behaviours on teachers` motivation in public primary schools in Karagwe District Council, Tanzania. Specifically, the study examined leaders` ethical behaviours in performing their managerial roles, assessed the managerial practices in heightening teachers` levels of motivation, and determined the relationship between ethical leadership behaviours and teachers` motivation in schools. It was also guided by three research hypotheses which were tested using structural equation modeling (SEM) techniques. The study was grounded on social exchange theory. The study employed Social Exchange Theory, constructivism as research paradigm, quantitative research approach and descriptive research design. The data were collected through questionnaires from 95 respondents. The results revealed that ethical leadership behaviours positively affect teachers` motivation. It was also learned that leaders exhibited ethical behaviours based on honesty, justice, integrity and transparency in performing their managerial roles. Leaders’ practices (e.g. care, value and fairness) indicated to heighten teachers` level of motivation. The results recommend for managerial attention especially ensuring that teachers are well motivated through ethical leadership and human resource management practices. Keywords: Ethical Leadership Behaviours, Teachers` Motivation, Public Primary Schools

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