Negative Implications of Workload Among Teachers: A Systematic Literature Review

Abstract

The education system at the school level frequently undergoes changes to ensure the delivery of more pertinent and efficient education. Subsequently, it was seen that these changes significantly affected the workload of teachers, resulting in numerous adverse consequences that could jeopardize their emotional, physical, and professional well-being. Indeed, the escalating volume of labor on a daily basis has the potential to erode the morale of an instructor, while also compromising the quality and efficacy of an education system. This study used a research methodology known as a Systematic Literature Review, with the objective of identifying the adverse consequences of a teacher's workload. A total of 30 papers were chosen from both domestic and international sources, utilizing three primary database search engines: Scopus, Science Direct, and Google Scholar. The selection process followed the PRISMA approach. The researcher has conducted a thorough literature analysis and has categorized the consequences of workload into three primary areas: health, professional advancement, and everyday life management. This study aims to enhance educators' understanding that a substantial workload might lead to diverse detrimental effects on them.