The Relationship Between Social Capital and Job Satisfaction: A Survey-Based Study
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This study aimed to examine the relationship between social capital and job satisfaction among teachers in Emirati schools. Employing a descriptive research approach, the study sampled 208 male and female teachers from private schools in Abu Dhabi. Data were collected through a structured questionnaire comprising 20 items. The findings revealed that the mean score for teachers' perceptions of social capital in the domain of cooperation was 3.68, indicating a high level. Similarly, the mean score for social capital in the domain of social relations was also 3.68, reflecting a high degree. Regarding job satisfaction, the results showed that the mean score for teachers' perceptions of work conditions and the school environment was 3.58, signifying a moderate level of satisfaction. Additionally, the mean score for incentives and salaries was 3.38, also reflecting a moderate level of satisfaction. Furthermore, the study identified a significant correlation between social capital and job satisfaction among teachers in UAE schools.
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