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

Author(s)

Samuel J. Smith, Liberty UniversityFollow
John J. Pantana, Liberty UniversityFollow

Publication Date

Spring 2010

Document Type

Article

Disciplines

Education | Educational Administration and Supervision | Teacher Education and Professional Development

Comments

Published in The Teacher Educators’ Journal, vol. 17, pages 41-56.

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.

Recommended Citation

Smith, Samuel J. and Pantana, John J., "Preservice Second-Career Teachers in a Blended Online-Residential Preparation Program: Profiling Characteristics and Motivations (TEJ)" (2010). Faculty Publications and Presentations. 143.
https://digitalcommons.liberty.edu/educ_fac_pubs/143