The Research Dialogue

Author(s): Ram Gopal Singh¹ & Prof. Sunil Kumar Joshi²

DOI: https://doi.org/10.64880/theresearchdialogue.v4i4.23

Abstract

The present study explores the impact of academic qualification and organizational climate on anxiety levels among college teachers. In the evolving educational landscape, teachers face increasing professional demands that can adversely affect their mental health. The mental wellbeing of college teachers has become an increasingly important issue in the academic sector, as these educators are often subject to a range of professional and psychological pressures. Anxiety, one of the most common manifestations of work-related stress, can severely impact a teacher’s effectiveness, satisfaction and overall quality of life. I this study researcher investigates whether the level of Academic Qualification and the perceived organizational climate significantly influence anxiety among college teachers.

A descriptive and correlational research design was employed involving a sample of 150 college teachers from Govt. colleges, Govt aided colleges and self-financed college selection of college teachers for the study were selected by using stratified random sampling to ensure the representation.

Standardized instruments were used to measure anxiety and perceived organizational climate and demographic information was collected to contextualise the results.

Data were analysed by using ANOVA, t-test and multiple regression analysis. The results indicated that academic qualification significantly influences anxiety levels, with teachers having higher academic qualifications reporting lower anxiety. This may be attributed to increased self-confidence, job security, and better coping mechanisms among highly qualified individuals. Furthermore, a positive organizational climate – characterized by supportive leadership, transparent communication, and recognition – was found to be a strong predictor of reduced anxiety.

Notably, the interaction effect between qualification and organizational climate was also significant, suggesting that while higher education alone contributes to reduced anxiety, the presence of a supportive organizational environment enhances this effect for all qualification levels.

The findings emphasize the need for educational institutions to foster a positive and inclusive work environment and support continuous professional development for teachers.  Addressing there two factors holistically can help to reduce anxiety, enhance teacher performance and promote overall institutional effectiveness. This study contributes to the growing body of literature on teacher mental health and provides practical recommendation for administrators and policy makers in the higher education sector.  

Key Words :– Organistional climate, Academic qualification, Anxiety, College teachers, Mental Health, Stress, Job-satisfaction etc.

Cite this Article:

Ram Gopal Singh¹ & Prof. Sunil Kumar Joshi²,“ Impact of Academic Qualification and Organizational Climate on Anxiety among College Teachers” The Research Dialogue, Open Access Peer-reviewed & Refereed Journal, Pp.192–197