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Osama Khassawneh1, Tamara Mohammad2, Rabeb Ben-Abdallah2
1Lazaridis School of Business and Economics, Wilfrid Laurier University, Waterloo, ON N2L 3C5, Canada.
This study shows that emotional intelligence competencies (EIC) in higher education professors significantly improve educator behavior and student success. Investing in EI training for educators is crucial for effective teaching and performance.
Area of Science:
- Education
- Psychology
- Higher Education Studies
Background:
- Classroom emotional dynamics are well-researched, yet educators' self-regulation and emotional management skills require further investigation.
- Emotional intelligence (EI) is increasingly recognized as a critical factor in professional success, particularly in educational settings.
- Understanding the role of EI in higher education teaching is essential for enhancing pedagogical effectiveness.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore the concept of emotional intelligence (EI) and its application to emotional intelligence competencies (EIC) for professors in higher education.
- To investigate the impact of EIC on educator behavior and subsequent student success.
- To provide actionable recommendations for higher education institutions regarding EI in faculty recruitment and development.
Main Methods:
- A quantitative study involving 312 educators from 25 higher education institutes in the UAE.
- Utilized Costa and Faria's (2015) EQ test and the Reuven Bar-On emotional intelligence scale for data collection.
- Employed structural equation modeling (SEM) to analyze the proposed model of EI-based teaching competencies and their relationship to critical strengths.
Main Results:
- Emotional intelligence competencies (EIC) were found to have a significant positive impact on educator behavior.
- Improved educator behavior, driven by EIC, was directly linked to enhanced student success.
- The study validated a model demonstrating the utility of EI in teaching competencies.
Conclusions:
- Higher education institutions should prioritize recruiting faculty with strong EI skills.
- Implementing targeted EI training programs for existing educators is vital for professional development.
- Fostering emotional intelligence among professors is key to ensuring successful instruction and remarkable student performance.
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