Supports the hypothesis that psychologically androgynous individuals might be more likely to base teaching level choice upon individual preference without regard for its stereotype. Data collected from preservice teachers showed that, while feminine females were more apt to choose elementary teaching, masculine males were more apt to choose…

A survey of college students preparing to become teachers was conducted to ascertain why the students had decided to become teachers. The reasons given included: the service motive, an interest in children, and an interest in performing in a leadership role. (JN)

Data indicate continued sex-role differentiation in perceptions of work outcomes independently of both occupational level and year of graduation. Younger graduates, regardless of sex, were less likely to be concerned with personal development through work and long-range career factors. (Author)

A survey of preservice and inservice teachers in ten southeastern states was conducted to identify perceptions of teaching as a career opportunity. Differences in perceptions were calculated on the basis of sex, race, and grade level certification. Discriminating factors associated with preservice and inservice teachers were categorized on the…

Undergraduate physical education teachers, asked to rate the importance of twelve characteristics for physical education teachers and coaches, felt both jobs called for similar abilities. Gender and past experience were closely related with the job preferences expressed by these students. (Author/PP)

Compared academic proficiency levels of high school seniors indicating intention to major in education and seniors intending to major in other areas. Data from the 1992 National Educational Longitudinal Study indicated that seniors choosing education had similar academic abilities to students choosing all other areas. Gender, race, and…

To study gender and cohort differences, surveys of male and female preservice elementary and preschool teacher education majors (N=326) examined vocational choice, factors influencing their decision, comfort with that decision, and professional aspirations. Results indicated that males and females were similar in their reasons for selecting…

Changes that occurred between 1972 and 1980 in the intended field of study and occupational aspirations of high school seniors were investigated, along with how successfully seniors attained their aspirations. Background, personal, and school variables associated with selecting each occupation and field among the 1980 seniors were analyzed…

The career expectations of 200 randomly selected preservice teachers (143 females and 57 males) were examined to determine differences associated with gender, socioeconomic status (SES), and academic achievement (as indicated by grade point average). The study was conducted at the University of Central Florida (Orlando) from 1986 to 1987. Subjects…