Experienced teachers dealing with issues in education: a career perspective |
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Authors: | Anna C van der Want GLM Schellings J Mommers |
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Institution: | 1. ICLON, Leiden University Graduate School of Teaching, Leiden, Netherlands;2. Eindhoven School of Education, Eindhoven University of Technology, Eindhoven, Netherlands;3. d’Oultremont College, Drunen, Netherlands |
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Abstract: | This article reports on a qualitative study on the issues experienced teachers may encounter in everyday teaching practice. Some issues may possibly originate at the beginning of a career and continue to be a struggle during their career. Data were collected among 20 mid- and late career teachers from eight secondary schools. The results showed that at the current moment in their career, respondents of this study particularly recognised three issues: teacher–parent interaction, teaching versus other tasks and private life versus work. Teachers seldom talk about their issues, but more often than not they try to find a solution themselves or put up with the situation. |
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Keywords: | Teacher identity issues experienced teachers teacher career |
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