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Revolutionizing faculty’s intrinsic work motivation in China: A novel serial mediation model integrating value-based leadership, growth mindset, and teaching self-efficacy

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  • Xiangge Zhao
  • Pei Yang
  • Xinxin Zhang
  • Nanzhe Li

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This study presents a revolutionary understanding of how value-based leadership enhances the intrinsic work motivation of Chinese university faculty. A novel serial mediation model is introduced, highlighting the interplay between growth mindset and teaching self-efficacy in transmitting the impact of leadership to increased intrinsic motivation. Utilizing a comprehensive sample of 394 faculty members from across China, advanced SmartPLS 3.0 analytics were employed to validate the model. The results demonstrate a significant positive effect of value-based leadership on faculty intrinsic motivation, partially mediated by the sequential influence of nurturing a growth mindset and strong teaching self-efficacy. The findings provide fresh theoretical perspectives and practical strategies for researchers, university leaders, administrators, and policymakers seeking to elevate the intrinsic work motivation of China’s academic faculty to new levels.

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  • Xiangge Zhao & Pei Yang & Xinxin Zhang & Nanzhe Li, 2025. "Revolutionizing faculty’s intrinsic work motivation in China: A novel serial mediation model integrating value-based leadership, growth mindset, and teaching self-efficacy," PLOS ONE, Public Library of Science, vol. 20(1), pages 1-16, January.
    • Handle: RePEc:plo:pone00:0313392
    DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0313392
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