Preservice Second-Career Teachers in a Blended Online-Residential Preparation Program: Profiling Characteristics and Motivations

Samuel J. Smith; John J. Pantana

Preservice Second-Career Teachers in a Blended Online-Residential Preparation Program: Profiling Characteristics and Motivations

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Abstract

This study examines preservice second-career teachers (SCTs), their motivations for switching careers, and their perceptions of the profession. Participants were graduate students in a blended online-residential Master of Arts in Teaching program (n=311). Profiles, characteristics, motivations, and perceptions were explored using the FIT-Choice (Factors Influencing Teaching Choice) Scale and focus groups.

Original language	American English
Journal	The Teacher Educators’ Journal
Volume	17
State	Published - 2010

Disciplines

Education
Scholarship of Teaching and Learning
Teacher Education and Professional Development

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