Guglielmi, D., Iorio, A., van der Heijden, B., & Mazzetti, G.
Extrovert means engaged? The role of team cohesion and emotion in the motivational process
Securing high-quality outcomes in educational settings necessitates an in-depth investigation of the antecedents of work engagement, a critical driver of excellence in these essential environments. Drawing on a sample of 551 Italian teachers (Mage = 47.61, SD = 10.29; 67.9% female), this study delves into the mechanisms through which extraversion, a key personality trait, significantly enhances work engagement. Results from multilevel structural equation modeling indicate that the effect of extraversion on engagement is mediated by both individual-level and team-level resources. Specifically, personal resources, such as positive emotions, along with team resources, such as cohesion, were found to play a crucial mediating role. The findings not only reinforce the Job Demands-Resources (JD-R) theory’s relevance in educational settings but also offer practical insights for school administrators, helping them leverage these dynamics to foster more engaging and supportive work environments, ultimately enhancing teacher well-being and effectiveness.
Testing, Psychometrics, Methodology in Applied Psychology, 2024, Vol. 31, pp. 521-536, DOI: 10.4473/TPM31.4.6
