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Predictors of Teaching Effectiveness among Physical Education Teachers in Private Colleges of Yunnan, China

Author(s)

Wei Zheng

Affiliation(s)

Polytechnic University of the Philippines, Manila, Philippines

Abstract

This study examined the social-emotional abilities, professional identity, job satisfaction, and teaching effectiveness of Physical Education (PE) teachers in private colleges in Yunnan Province, factors that influence instructional performance. Using a mixed-methods approach, quantitative data were collected through self-administered questionnaires assessing emotional awareness, self-management, social awareness, relationship skills, responsible decision-making, professional role identity, emotional attachment, and intrinsic and extrinsic job satisfaction. Correlational analyses revealed moderate positive relationships between social-emotional abilities, professional identity, job satisfaction, and teaching effectiveness. Multiple regression analysis identified job satisfaction as the strongest predictor of teaching effectiveness, followed by social-emotional abilities and professional identity. Based on these results, it can be concluded that PE teachers in private colleges in Yunnan Province exhibit strong social-emotional skills, a well-established professional identity, and high intrinsic job satisfaction, all of which contribute positively to their teaching effectiveness. The findings also indicate that institutional support, workplace conditions, and recognition play a crucial role in sustaining teacher performance. In light of these conclusions, it is recommended that educational institutions enhance teacher satisfaction through fair compensation, professional development opportunities, and supportive administrative policies. Future research may adopt qualitative methods to address self-reporting limitations and conduct longitudinal studies in public universities to assess the stability of these factors over the academic year.

Keywords

Polytechnic University of the Philippines; Doctor in Education; Teaching Effectiveness; Private Colleges in China

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