Workplace Spirituality and Innovation Readiness among Academic Staff in International Schools: A Systematic Literature Review
Keywords:
Workplace Spirituality, Academic Staff Readines, Self-Determination Theory (SDT), International Schools in China, Cultural Integration in EducationAbstract
This study examines the growth of international schools in China amid the country's socio-economic changes and global integration. It highlights how China's economic growth has led to a demand for high-quality, diverse education, met by international schools offering curricula like the International Baccalaureate (IB) and Cambridge International Examinations (CIE). A key challenge for these schools is integrating global educational standards with China's unique cultural and societal context, requiring skilled academic staff. The research emphasizes the importance of workplace spirituality and staff readiness in fostering innovation within these schools, especially in Shaanxi Province. By applying theories such as Self-Determination Theory (SDT), Transformational Leadership Theory, and Social Exchange Theory (SET), the study provides insights into the successful operation and development of innovative international schools in China. It underscores the role of academic staff, workplace spirituality, and leadership in creating educational environments that are academically excellent, culturally integrative, and globally oriented, aiming to inform policymakers and educators about the factors driving the success of international schools in preparing globally minded, culturally aware students.
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