Article:
Innovative Work Behavior among Teachers in Malaysia: The Effects of Teamwork, Principal Support, and Humor
Asian Journal of University Education, v17 n2 p72-84 Apr 2021
The Fourth Industrial Revolution (Industry 4.0) is transforming education by promoting the integration of advanced technologies into teaching and learning. This shift is bringing about Education 4.0, which emphasizes the importance of fostering creativity and innovation in students. This study explores how teamwork, principal support, and humor impact innovative work behavior (IWB) among 354 school teachers in Malaysia.
The results, based on multiple linear regression analysis, show that teamwork and principal support significantly enhance IWB. Additionally, teachers who effectively use humor in their teaching tend to be more innovative. These findings offer valuable insights for education managers and policymakers, helping them understand the key factors that influence teacher innovation.
By promoting teamwork, offering principal support, and encouraging the use of humor, educational leaders can create environments that inspire creativity. Furthermore, university courses for pre-service teachers that focus on collaborative innovation strategies can strengthen innovation in education. Collaborative creativity exercises within these programs can also prepare future educators to adopt innovative practices, ensuring creativity thrives in schools.
. Thus, as we navigate the complexities of Industry 4.0, the emphasis on fostering innovative work behavior among teachers becomes increasingly paramount, underscoring the need for comprehensive support systems, collaborative frameworks, and the creative integration of humor in teaching methodologies.
