Motivations for Teaching.

Ornstein, Allan C.

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ERIC Number: EJ250552

Record Type: CIJE

Publication Date: 1981

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Motivations for Teaching.

Ornstein, Allan C.

Viewpoints in Teaching and Learning, v57 n3 p65-75 Sum 1981

The various motivations for individuals entering and remaining in the teaching profession are described. The extent of teacher commitment by sex, age, and grade level taught, and advantages and disadvantages of teaching are discussed, and factors relating to job satisfaction are explored. (JN)

Descriptors: Burnout, Career Choice, Coping, Education Majors, Job Satisfaction, Stress Variables, Student Motivation, Teacher Persistence, Teacher Salaries, Teaching (Occupation), Teaching Conditions

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Information Analyses; Reports - Research

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Language: English

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