International Journal of Academic Research in Business and Social Sciences

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Competency Model of Science Teacher in 21st Century

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The aim of the research conducted is to develop a structured competency model of science teacher among the science teachers in secondary school. Three variables consist of professional development, perceived organizational support and teacher efficacy are identified to have a significant and positive correlation with teachers’ competency. This study used quantitative research approaches with survey method design. Statistical analysis involves descriptive statistics and structural equation modelling (SEM) was used in this research. Analysis is used to test the structured relationship, measurement model and the structural model. The hypothesis of the research conducted based on the literature study and the chosen model framework. In conclusion, this research opens an understanding of the need for continuous effort to incorporate all institutions in order to produce teachers with oustanding personality and in the mean time possesses high competence.