ASSESSING EFFICACY AMONG TEACHERS IN UNIVERSITIES OF JAMMU & KASHMIR: A COMPREHENSIVE STUDY ACROSS DEMOGRAPHIC VARIABLES

Abstract

This study aimed to investigate the prominence of role efficacy (effectiveness) among teachers in Universities of Jammu & Kashmir, considering various demographic factors. This research contributes valuable insights for universities aiming to enhance the role efficacy of their teaching staff in diverse academic settings. The objectives included assessing role efficacy across gender, designation, qualification, teaching experience, involvement in other assignments and the educational institute. Data was collected from 360 teachers across nine universities using a well-designed questionnaire, supplemented by secondary data from various sources. Findings revealed subtle gender differences, while Professors exhibit significantly higher efficacy than Associate Professors. MPhil/PhD-qualified teachers report greater effectiveness. Teaching experience positively correlates with efficacy, and additional assignments, particularly HOD roles, impact effectiveness. SKUAST Kashmir teachers report higher efficacy than Shri Mata Vaishno Devi University.