Work Motivation of Teachers: Relationship with Organizational Commitment

Abstract: In the modern world of competitive higher education the role of motivated teachers is undeniable. This study aims to find the importance of organizational commitment in motivating the teachers. Data was collected from 450 degree college teachers of Bangalore city. Analysis of data and the discussion is included. The results showed a positive relationship between work motivation and organizational commitment of degree college teachers. More committed teachers were found to be more motivated. Implications of the findings and limitations of the study are given. Key words: Work motivation; Organizational commitmentResume: Dans le monde moderne de l'enseignement superieur competitif le role des enseignants motives est indeniable. Cette etude vise a trouver l'importance de l'engagement organisationnel dans la motivation des enseignants. Les donnees ont ete recueillies a partir de 450 enseignants universitaires de la ville de Bangalore. L'analyse des donnees et la discussion sont inclus. Les resultats ont montre une relation positive entre la motivation au travail et l'engagement organisationnel des enseignants universitaires. Les enseignants qui engagent le plus ont ete trouves a etre plus motives. Implications des conclusions et des limites de l'etude sont donnes. Mots cles: Motivation au travail; Engagement organisationnel