APS
2026 APS Annual Convention · 2026
Teachers’ Trait Gratitude, Basic Psychological Needs, Occupational Self-Efficacy, and Work Engagement
- Chihhung WANG
National Changhua University of Education - Iao-Seng Cheang
National Tsing Hua University - Chao Lung Liu
National CHanghua University of Education - Fu-Yuan Hong
National Taiwan Sport University - Shao-I Chiu
Da-Yeh University - Yen Jung Lai
Abstract
There are 372 valid questionnaires from junior high school teachers examining trait gratitude, basic psychological needs, occupational self-efficacy, and work engagement. Results showed basic psychological needs mediated the gratitude-engagement relationship, while occupational self-efficacy moderated this effect. Female teachers and less-experienced teachers demonstrated higher engagement, providing evidence-based recommendations for teacher development.
