Abstract
This study examined the relationships among teacher perceptions on professional learning community (PLC), school organizational culture (SOC), and school level. Participants were 382 elementary school teachers and secondary school teachers in central Taiwan. The analytical results showed a positive correlation between teacher perceived PLC and SOC,i.e., perceived PLC could predict perceived SOC. Atclan and hierarchical culture levels, the PLC dimension structural condition was strong estpredictor of perceived SOC. At market and adhocracy culture levels, however, human and social resources dimension was the best predictor. Moreover, elementary school teachers differed significantly from their secondary school counterparts in perceived PLC and SOC.
Keywords: Professional learning community, school organizational culture, school level.