Examining teachers' organizational power distance in terms of demographic variables

Abstract

This research determined teachers' organizational power distance according to demographic factors. The relational screening method, one of the quantitative research designs, was used in the research. The research study group consists of 465 teachers working in Izmir Bornova in the 2023-2024 academic year. This study used the "Organizational Power Distance" scale as a data collection tool. Two questionnaires were delivered to the participants. The demographic characteristics of the teachers were determined with the individual questionnaire, and the form containing the scale expressions was analyzed. The data collected within the scope of the research were analyzed through the SPSS 22.0 program. According to the research findings, it was understood that organizational power distance differs according to teachers' gender, age and professional seniority. According to the results of the post hoc analysis, it was determined which independent group averages caused this difference and the analysis was interpreted. For teachers to have high job performance in the schools they work for, it is essential how the entire school administration determines the leadership and management approach. This research is essential as it is a resource that will help administrators adopt correct approaches differentiated according to teachers' gender, age and professional seniority.