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Thomson, Margareta Maria – Teacher Education and Practice, 2013
This study explored the U.S. prospective teachers' motivations for teaching, teaching goal development, and views of their commitment to teaching. A sequential explanatory mixed-methods design was employed. Participants (N = 61) completed a survey in which they rated the importance of various factors in their teaching career choice. Furthermore,…
Descriptors: Teaching (Occupation), Career Choice, Incentives, Motivation
Hossain, Md. Mokter; G. Robinson, Michael – Online Submission, 2012
STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) has been a powerful engine of prosperity in the US since World War II. Currently, American students' performances and enthusiasm in STEM education are inadequate for the US to maintain its leadership in STEM professions unless the government takes more actions to motivate a new generation of…
Descriptors: STEM Education, Academic Achievement, Economic Impact, Human Capital