Exploring Influencing Factors and Strategies for Enhancing Self-Efficacy in Higher Education Teachers: A Case Study of a College in Changzhou

Chang Na; Zainudin Bin Mohd Isa

doi:10.56982/dream.v3i10.265

Authors

Chang Na City University, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Zainudin Bin Mohd Isa City University, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.56982/dream.v3i10.265

Keywords:

self-efficacy, higher education teacher, environmental factors

Abstract

This paper explores the influencing factors and proposes strategies for enhancing self-efficacy among higher education teachers, with a specific focus on one college in Changzhou, Jiangsu, China. Drawing on Bandura's self-efficacy theory, the paper examines personal, institutional, and environmental factors that contribute to teachers' self-efficacy. It also reviews existing literature on effective strategies such as professional development, mentorship programs, and feedback systems. The findings suggest that enhancing self-efficacy through tailored professional growth opportunities, peer mentorship, and constructive feedback can significantly improve teaching quality and outcomes. The paper concludes with implications for institutional policies at the case study college, emphasizing the need for comprehensive support systems to foster teacher self-efficacy in China's evolving educational landscape. Future research should empirically validate the proposed conceptual framework to further inform educational practices.

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