Roles of Edupreneurship in Addressing Teacher Burnout and Promoting Well-being

Authors

  • Abdulazeez Abiodun SHOWUNMI Department of Educational Management, Faculty of Education, University of Ilorin, Ilorin, Nigeria
  • Taibat Bolanle JIMOH Department of Educational Management, Faculty of Education, University of Ilorin, Ilorin, Nigeria

Keywords:

Edupreneurship, Teacher Burnout, Promoting Well-Being

Abstract

This research investigates the emerging concept of edupreneurship and its potential to alleviate teacher burnout and promote well-being within the educational sector. Edupreneurship, characterized by entrepreneurial activities within education, offers innovative solutions to traditional challenges faced by educators. Through a comprehensive review of literature and empirical analysis, this study explored how edupreneurial initiatives such as professional development programs, educational technology integration, and alternative teaching methodologies impact teacher burnout levels and overall well-being. By examining the intersection of entrepreneurship and education, this research aimed to provide insights into effective strategies for mitigating teacher burnout, fostering job satisfaction, and ultimately enhancing the quality of education. The study concluded that Edupreneurship has the potential to significantly impact teacher well-being by offering innovative solutions that address key factors contributing to burnout. It was recommended that partnerships between edupreneurs, educators, and educational institutions be encouraged to ensure that innovations are practical and effectively address teachers' needs.

Author Biographies

Abdulazeez Abiodun SHOWUNMI, Department of Educational Management, Faculty of Education, University of Ilorin, Ilorin, Nigeria

Department of Educational Management, Faculty of Education, University of Ilorin, Ilorin, Nigeria

Taibat Bolanle JIMOH, Department of Educational Management, Faculty of Education, University of Ilorin, Ilorin, Nigeria

Department of Educational Management, Faculty of Education, University of Ilorin, Ilorin, Nigeria

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Published

2025-01-30

How to Cite

SHOWUNMI, A. A., & JIMOH, T. B. (2025). Roles of Edupreneurship in Addressing Teacher Burnout and Promoting Well-being. Ilorin Journal of Education, 45(2), 60–70. Retrieved from https://ije.unilorinedu.sch.ng/index.php/ije/article/view/241