Called to Teach: Interpreting the Phenomenon of Calling as a Motivating Factor

Jared T. Bigham; Samuel J. Smith

Called to Teach: Interpreting the Phenomenon of Calling as a Motivating Factor

Jared T. Bigham, Samuel J. Smith

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Abstract

This hermeneutic phenomenological study examines the phenomenon of the calling to teach. Nine participants were interviewed, and the dialogue was analyzed for themes uncovered from participants’ interpreted experiences. The following themes were revealed: the calling experience as a process, esteem for the teaching profession as a calling, the use of spirituality for affirmation, and the direct impact of spirituality on career choice.

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Journal	Faculty Publications and Presentations
State	Published - Aug 2 2008
Externally published	Yes

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