A Meta-Analytical Review of Teacher Credibility and its Associations with Teacher Behaviors and Student Outcomes

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Abstract

This meta-analysis reviews the findings of 51 studies (N = 14,378) examining the associations among teacher credibility, teacher behaviors, and student outcomes. When all three dimensions of credibility are considered collectively, the cumulative evidence indicates a moderate, meaningful relationship between teacher credibility and overall outcomes (r = .448). Similar overall effect sizes were observed for competence, trustworthiness, and caring. Collectively, the results highlight the meaningful role that teacher credibility plays in facilitating student learning.

Authors

• Amber Finn, Texas Christian University

• Paul Schrodt, Texas Christian University

• Paul Witt, Texas Christian University

• Nicole Elledge, Texas Christian University

• Kodiane Jernberg, Texas Christian University

• Lara Larson, Texas Christian University