ADDIS ABABA UNIVERSITY

SCHOOL OF GRADUATE STUDIES

COLLEGE OF EDUCATION AND BEHAVIORAL STUDIES,

DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATIONAL PLANNING AND
MANAGEMENT

MASTER OF ARTS IN EDUCATIONAL LEADERSHIP AND

MANAGEMENT

Dear/Sir

I am reaching out to formally request your participation as a respondent in my research study

titled "The Impact of Teachers' Involvement in Administrative Roles on Motivation and
Commitment in Governmental Secondary Schools in Lideta Sub-city," conducted within the
Department of Educational Planning and Management at Addis Ababa University, College of
Education and Behavioral Studies.

Your insights and perspectives are invaluable to this investigation, which aims to explore the
correlation between teachers' engagement in administrative responsibilities and their
motivation and commitment levels within governmental secondary schools in Lideta Sub-city.

Ethical considerations are paramount in this study, and every precaution will be taken to ensure
the confidentiality and anonymity of your responses. Your participation is entirely voluntary,
and you may withdraw at any time without consequence.
Both open-ended and closed-ended questionnaire items have been meticulously designed to
provide a comprehensive understanding of the subject matter. The inclusion of open-ended
questions allows for nuanced responses and ensures that participants have the opportunity to
express their views fully.

Your willingness to contribute to this research is greatly appreciated, and your input will
undoubtedly enrich the findings of this study. Should you have any questions or concerns
regarding your involvement, please do not hesitate to contact me.

Thank you for considering this request.

Sincerely,

Sileshi Aklilu

Section 1: General Profile (Please put (√ )Fill in the blanks with the adjectives that
best describe you)

1. Your age: ☐ 21-30 ☐ 31-40 ☐ 41-50 ☐ 51 and above

2. Gender: ☐ Male ☐ Female

3. Martial Status: ☐ Single ☐ Married ☐ Divorced ☐ Widowed

4. Your experience in teaching: ☐ below 2 years ☐ 2-5 ☐ 5-10 ☐ above 10 years

5. Your highest education qualification: ☐ Certificate/diploma ☐ Higher diploma ☐ BA/BSC

degree ☐ Master’s Degree

6. Your status: ☐ Teacher ☐ Department Head ☐ Coordinator ☐ Vice Principal ☐ Principal

Section Two

Note: The questionnaire consists of closed-ended questions related to the effect of leadership
styles on the development of positive school culture. You are required to indicate your level of
agreement by selecting the appropriate option: 1."Strongly agree," 2."Agree," 3."Neutral,"
4."Disagree," 5. "Strongly disagree" using " ✓."the provided boxes.

1.To assess the level of teachers' participation in administrative roles in governmental

secondary schools of Lideta sub-city.

1. Attendance in administrative meetings - Attending administrative meetings positively

contributes to effective school management.

- Strongly agree ☐ - ☐ Agree - ☐ Neutral - ☐ Disagree - ☐ Strongly disagree

2. Decision-making involvement - Teachers' input should be considered in school administration

decision-making processes.

- Strongly agree ☐ - ☐ Agree - ☐ Neutral - ☐ Disagree - ☐ Strongly disagree

3. Leadership responsibilities - Teachers should have leadership roles in shaping the school's
administrative policies.

- Strongly agree ☐ - ☐ Agree - ☐ Neutral - ☐ Disagree - ☐ Strongly disagree

4. Administrative tasks - Teachers' active participation in administrative tasks improves school
operations.

- Strongly agree ☐ - ☐ Agree - ☐ Neutral - ☐ Disagree - ☐ Strongly disagree

5. Communication with administration - Open and effective communication between teachers

and administrators is essential for school success.

- Strongly agree ☐ - ☐ Agree - ☐ Neutral - ☐ Disagree - ☐ Strongly disagree

6. Professional development opportunities - The school should provide training opportunities for
teachers to enhance their administrative skills.

- Strongly agree ☐ - ☐ Agree - ☐ Neutral - ☐ Disagree - ☐ Strongly disagree

7. Perception of participation - Teachers' involvement in administrative matters positively

impacts school operations.

- Strongly agree ☐ - ☐ Agree - ☐ Neutral - ☐ Disagree - ☐ Strongly disagree

8. Collaboration with colleagues - Teachers should collaborate with each other on administrative
tasks for better outcomes.

- Strongly agree ☐ - ☐ Agree - ☐ Neutral - ☐ Disagree - ☐ Strongly disagree

9. Compliance with administrative directives - Teachers should adhere to administrative

directives to maintain order and efficiency.
 - Strongly agree ☐ - ☐ Agree - ☐ Neutral - ☐ Disagree - ☐ Strongly disagree

10. Recognition and reward systems - Teachers should be recognized and rewarded for their
contributions to administrative tasks.

- Strongly agree ☐ - ☐ Agree - ☐ Neutral - ☐ Disagree - ☐ Strongly disagree

2.To examine the effect of teachers' participation in administrative roles on their

motivation and commitment.

1. Motivation levels - Participating in administrative roles increases my motivation to contribute

to the school.

- Strongly agree ☐ - ☐ Agree - ☐ Neutral - ☐ Disagree - ☐ Strongly disagree

2. Commitment levels - Being involved in administrative tasks enhances my commitment to the

school's goals.

- Strongly agree ☐ - ☐ Agree - ☐ Neutral - ☐ Disagree - ☐ Strongly disagree

3. Job satisfaction - Engaging in administrative responsibilities positively impacts my job

satisfaction.

- Strongly agree ☐ - ☐ Agree - ☐ Neutral - ☐ Disagree - ☐ Strongly disagree

4. Sense of ownership - Taking part in administrative decisions makes me feel a greater sense of
ownership in the school.
 - Strongly agree ☐ - ☐ Agree - ☐ Neutral - ☐ Disagree - ☐ Strongly disagree

5. Professional growth opportunities - Involvement in administrative roles provides opportunities

for my professional growth.

- Strongly agree ☐ - ☐ Agree - ☐ Neutral - ☐ Disagree - ☐ Strongly disagree

6. Work engagement - Participating in administrative tasks increases my engagement in my

work.

- Strongly agree ☐ - ☐ Agree - ☐ Neutral - ☐ Disagree - ☐ Strongly disagree

7. Organizational loyalty - Being involved in administrative matters enhances my loyalty to the

school.

- Strongly agree ☐ - ☐ Agree - ☐ Neutral - ☐ Disagree - ☐ Strongly disagree

8. Employee retention - Participation in administrative roles increases my likelihood of staying

with the school.

- Strongly agree ☐ - ☐ Agree - ☐ Neutral - ☐ Disagree - ☐ Strongly disagree

9. Performance quality - Involvement in administrative tasks positively affects the quality of my

work.

- Strongly agree ☐ - ☐ Agree - ☐ Neutral - ☐ Disagree - ☐ Strongly disagree

10. Collegial relationships - Engaging in administrative roles strengthens my relationships with
colleagues.

- Strongly agree ☐ - ☐ Agree - ☐ Neutral - ☐ Disagree - ☐ Strongly disagree

3.To identify the factors that influence the effect of teachers' participation in administrative
roles on their motivation and commitment.

1. Supportive leadership - Supportive leadership positively impacts my motivation and

commitment to the school.

- Strongly agree ☐ - ☐ Agree - ☐ Neutral - ☐ Disagree - ☐ Strongly disagree

2. Organizational culture - The school's organizational culture influences my motivation and

commitment.

- Strongly agree ☐ - ☐ Agree - ☐ Neutral - ☐ Disagree - ☐ Strongly disagree

3. Communication channels - Effective communication channels enhance my motivation and

commitment.

- Strongly agree ☐ - ☐ Agree - ☐ Neutral - ☐ Disagree - ☐ Strongly disagree

4. Recognition and rewards - Recognition and rewards influence my motivation and commitment
to the school.

- Strongly agree ☐ - ☐ Agree - ☐ Neutral - ☐ Disagree - ☐ Strongly disagree

5. Professional development opportunities - Access to professional development opportunities

affects my motivation and commitment.

- Strongly agree ☐ - ☐ Agree - ☐ Neutral - ☐ Disagree - ☐ Strongly disagree

6. Autonomy and empowerment - Autonomy and empowerment impact my motivation and

commitment levels.

- Strongly agree ☐ - ☐ Agree - ☐ Neutral - ☐ Disagree - ☐ Strongly disagree

7. Feedback mechanisms - Feedback mechanisms contribute to my motivation and commitment.

- Strongly agree ☐ - ☐ Agree - ☐ Neutral - ☐ Disagree - ☐ Strongly disagree

8. Workload balance - Achieving workload balance influences my motivation and commitment.

- Strongly agree ☐ - ☐ Agree - ☐ Neutral - ☐ Disagree - ☐ Strongly disagree

9. Clarity of roles and responsibilities - Clarity in roles and responsibilities impacts my

motivation and commitment.

- Strongly agree ☐ - ☐ Agree - ☐ Neutral - ☐ Disagree - ☐ Strongly disagree

10. Perceived impact of contributions - Recognizing the impact of my contributions influences
my motivation and commitment.

- Strongly agree ☐ - ☐ Agree - ☐ Neutral - ☐ Disagree - ☐ Strongly disagree

SECTION III

A structured interview for principals, department heads, and PTAs based on the indicator
factors and general objective provided:

Structured Interview:

Session 1: Attendance in Administrative Meetings

How do you ensure teachers' regular attendance in administrative meetings, and what
strategies do you employ to encourage their participation?

Session 2: Decision-making Involvement

Can you describe how teachers are involved in decision-making processes within the school,
and how their input impacts the final decisions made?

Session 3: Motivation Levels

From your perspective, how has teachers' participation in administrative roles influenced their
motivation levels, and what initiatives have been successful in boosting motivation?
Session 4: Commitment Levels

How would you assess the overall commitment levels of teachers towards the school's goals,
and in what ways has their involvement in administrative tasks affected their commitment?

Session 5: Organizational Culture, Communication Channels, Feedback Mechanisms, and

Workload Balance

Could you describe the current organizational culture within the school, including
communication channels, feedback mechanisms, and efforts to maintain a healthy workload
balance for teachers?

THE END
THANK YOU