Strategies for Enhancing Innovative Behavior through Personality and Professional Commitment

Abstract

The purpose of this study is to find strategies to improve  the Innovative Behavior of  madrasah teachers through strengthening the variables of Personality and Professional Commitment. This study used a survey method with a quantitative approach on 252 teacher respondents. The data collection technique was carried out by questionnaire, while the data analysis included correlation tests, linear regression, and path coefficient calculation. The results of the study show that (1) there is a direct positive influence between Personality on  teachers' Innovative Behavior, and (2) there is a direct positive influence between Professional Commitment on  teachers' Innovative Behavior. This study confirms that teachers' innovative behavior is highly determined by personal and professional factors, especially personality characters who are open to new experiences and strong commitment to their profession