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Sutton, Leah – Hunt Institute, 2016
As policymakers endeavor to address the teacher shortage as a whole, they should also consider the research around teacher diversity and explore policies that aim to increase the achievement of minority students. This issue of "coNCepts" examines the diversity gap in North Carolina and highlights the need for a strategic solution that…
Descriptors: Teacher Supply and Demand, Diversity (Faculty), Barriers, Teacher Recruitment
Stevens, Tara; Agnello, Mary Frances; Ramirez, Janie; Marbley, Aretha; Hamman, Doug – Teacher Education Quarterly, 2007
Project FUTURE is one component of a multifaceted approach in the Northwest Texas region to target Hispanic and African-American youth, encouraging them to go through school with a desire to complete education programs leading to professional credentialing in teaching. Project FUTURE inspires students to believe that they can attend Texas Tech…
Descriptors: Career Choice, Youth, Career Development, Models
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Hancock, Dawson R.; Black, Trasha; Bird, James J. – Journal of Educational Research & Policy Studies, 2006
Attracting and retaining highly qualified school leaders is becoming increasingly important in our nation. The purpose of this study was to identify factors that motivate or inhibit practicing teachers from seeking administrative positions. Using exploratory factor analysis, survey responses of 329 students enrolled in Master of School…
Descriptors: Altruism, School Administration, Educational Administration, Factor Analysis