Subjective Well-Being of Russian Faculty: An Empirical Study

Drawing upon findings of applied research, this article explores the indicators of subjective well-being among faculty of Russia’s leading universities. Methodological design of the study discriminates between subjective and objective measures of well-being, examines the affective and cognitive comp...

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Main Authors: Liudmila Klimenko, Liudmila Skachkova
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: National Research University Higher School of Economics (HSE) 2020-12-01
Series:Вопросы образования
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Online Access:https://vo.hse.ru/article/view/15777
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Summary:Drawing upon findings of applied research, this article explores the indicators of subjective well-being among faculty of Russia’s leading universities. Methodological design of the study discriminates between subjective and objective measures of well-being, examines the affective and cognitive components of wellbeing, makes allowance for a set of subjective well-being determinants when zeroing in on a group of occupational factors, and uses time-tested scales for better measurement validity. Using empirical data, we demonstrate the priority of interesting work, freedom and fulfillment over income on sample of faculty members. Correlations are found among subjective well-being, teaching faculty’s age and qualifications. A negative impact of modern education reforms on occupational well-being of faculty is observed. Along with faculty retention and motivation strategies, universities should develop and implement worker subjective well-being initiatives.
ISSN:1814-9545
2412-4354