Dimensions of teacher behavior

Abstract

Modified the Leadership Opinion Questionnaire for use in a school context. A stratified random sample of 1,500 teachers was chosen to complete the questionnaire anonymously. Of the 1,500 questionnaires mailed, 544 were returned. Analysis of the response indicated that 3 factors could be used to describe variation in responses. These factors were labeled Consideration, Initiating Structure, and Rigidity–Flexibility. Factor scores were shown to be affected differentially by level of grade assignment and experience. The impact of situational factors on the development of teacher orientations is discussed. (17 ref) (PsycInfo Database Record (c) 2025 APA, all rights reserved)