The Influence of Emotional Maturity and Psychological Well-being on Teachers' Professional Development in Integrated Teacher Education Programmes: A Systematic Review

Abstract

Teaching is a demanding profession, often characterized by high levels of stress due to constant changes within schools and society. To navigate these challenges effectively, teachers must cultivate emotional maturity and psychological well-being, both of which are essential for their professional growth and the delivery of quality education. The study explores how emotional maturity and psychological well-being influence teachers’ professional development within integrated teacher education programmes. The study is review-based and analytical, where related literature was collected and selected from several academic databases such as SCOPUS, Web of Science, ProQuest, Google Scholar, ResearchGate, and ERIC.  After applying clear inclusion and exclusion criteria, a total number of 25 articles were included for the final analysis which was published from 2009 onwards, and then critically analyzed the selected articles. Based on the objectives and limitations of the present study, two important questions for critical analysis were formulated viz., Q1. How does emotional maturity influence the professional development of teachers? Q2. How does psychological well-being influence the professional development of teachers? Research has consistently shown that teachers with high emotional maturity are better equipped to manage stress, resolve conflicts, make sound decisions, and maintain positive relationships with students and colleagues, all of which contribute to their overall job satisfaction and effectiveness. Similarly, psychological well-being plays a significant role in reducing stress, enhancing job performance, and promoting greater autonomy. Through this analysis, the review highlights the importance of integrating emotional maturity and psychological well-being into teacher education programs to enhance both personal and professional development. Supporting these aspects of teacher professional development is essential for improving the quality of education and ensuring long-term success in the teaching profession.