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Download full textBeal, Jack L.; And Others – 1985
In response to the shortage of mathematics and science teachers in Washington, this state's legislature developed a program to provide loans for students preparing to teach secondary-level mathematics or science in Washington public schools. The rationale was that these loans would encourage students majoring in mathematics or science to prepare…
Descriptors: Incentives, Mathematics Education, Mathematics Teachers, Program Effectiveness
Peer reviewedOlstad, Roger G.; Beal, Jack L. – Science Teacher, 1981
Reports the findings of a survey on the numbers of secondary school science and mathematics teachers from 1974 to 1979. Indicates a decline in the number of teachers with majors and minors in science and mathematics. Recommends that professional organizations encourage more qualified persons to work as teachers. (SK)
Descriptors: Career Choice, Mathematics Education, Mathematics Teachers, Organizational Effectiveness
