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Battle, Ann A.; Looney, Lisa – Education, 2014
Researchers examining teacher retention often focus on reasons why teachers exit the profession. In this study we argue for the inclusion of a psychological theoretical framework for understanding teacher retention. To this end, we used Eccles' et al., (1983) expectancy-value theory to explore 46 in-service teachers' valuing of teaching and…
Descriptors: Teacher Persistence, Theories, Teacher Attitudes, Knowledge Level
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Marston, Susan Hemphill – Education, 2010
This study explored the similarities and differences among elementary teachers, high school teachers, and college professors with respect to job satisfaction and motivations for staying in the profession. The study used quantitative data from the Experienced Teacher Survey and qualitative interview data from a sample of teachers among each group…
Descriptors: High Schools, Job Satisfaction, Teacher Surveys, Secondary School Teachers
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Marston, Susan H.; Brunetti, Gerald J. – Education, 2009
This study examined career satisfaction among experienced professors at a moderate-sized liberal arts college and explored their motivations for staying in the profession. Experienced professors were defined as tenure-track faculty who had been teaching in higher education for at least 15 years. Data sources included the Experienced Teacher…
Descriptors: Job Satisfaction, College Faculty, Liberal Arts, Teacher Surveys
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Sandoval-Lucero, Elena; Shanklin, Nancy L.; Sobel, Donna M.; Townsend, Stephanie S.; Davis, Alan; Kalisher, Shannon – Education, 2011
This study examined the experiences of beginning teachers from three preparation models; traditional, professional development school, and teacher-in-residence, regarding their perceptions of their first years of teaching. The purpose was to explore possible links between teacher candidates' preparation paths and their preparedness and intention…
Descriptors: Beginning Teachers, Preservice Teacher Education, Faculty Development, Teacher Interns
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Greiner, Connie Sue; Smith, Brenda – Education, 2006
The primary purpose of this study was to examine the relationship of teacher retention to teacher education programs and state-mandated teacher certification examinations (PD exam). Identified participants completed either a traditional field-based teacher education program or emergency permit program and had passed a professional development…
Descriptors: Teacher Persistence, Teacher Education Programs, Teacher Certification, Professional Development
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Quezada, Reyes L.; Louque, Angela – Education, 2004
To develop culturally proficient educational administration leaders, higher education institutions need to increase the representation of ethnically and culturally diverse faculty within their ranks. Through reviews of research and practice, this article proposes factors to consider in the recruitment, retention and evaluation of faculty of color…
Descriptors: Schools of Education, Educational Administration, Higher Education, College Faculty