ASSESSMENT OF THE MOTIVATION OF THE HEADS OF PRE-SCHOOL EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTIONS AND MANAGEMENT FRAMEWORKS FOR THE MOTIVATIONAL VALUE SYSTEM
https://doi.org/10.59982/18294359-26.1-gm-09
Abstract
The motivational factors influencing the heads of pre-school educational institutions (PEIs) possess distinctive characteristics shaped by the nature of educational management, the diversity of leadership responsibilities, and the social significance of pre-school education. Unlike many other sectors, the motivation of PEI leaders is determined not only by material incentives but also by a combination of professional, social, and psychological factors.
The study of workplace motivation requires an instrument capable of assessing the relative contribution of both intrinsic and extrinsic motivational drivers. The purpose of this article is to examine the applicability of the Work Extrinsic and Intrinsic Motivation Scale (WEIMS) in assessing the motivation of preschool educational institution leaders.
Within the framework of the study, the motivation of directors of pre-school educational institutions operating as Community Non-Commercial Organizations (CNCOs) in the Vanadzor community was assessed using the Work Extrinsic and Intrinsic Motivation Scale (WEIMS) and a sequence for managing their motivational-value system was developed and presented. The findings indicate that these directors are predominantly intrinsically motivated and perform their managerial responsibilities in an autonomous manner. External factors appear to have a comparatively limited influence on their overall work motivation.
A sequence for managing the motivational-value system of preschool educational institution leaders was also developed, based on the progression of “needs-counter-motives-motivational stimuli”. This framework is intended to support the achievement of the objectives of community non-commercial organizations while simultaneously addressing employees’ expectations and needs.
Keywords: Pre-school Educational Institution, Head of Pre-school Educational Institution, Extrinsic Motivation, Intrinsic Motivation, Work Extrinsic and Intrinsic Motivation Scale (WEIMS), Motivational value system.
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