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Abstract
In this study, the researchers investigated public school teacher attrition in the State of Texas. The study examined the problem by focusing on the predominant reasons teachers give for leaving the profession after working only one year as a teacher. Eight persons who had left the teaching profession after one year teaching were contacted and interviewed concerning their reasons for leaving. The three most influential factors found were lack of administrative support, difficulties with student discipline, and low salary levels. Study findings and implications for policy are discussed.
Keywords
Teacher Attrition, Teacher Retention, and Teacher Shortage
Publication Date
6-1-2008
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DOI
10.46743/2160-3715/2008.1601
Recommended APA Citation
Gonzalez, L., Brown, M. S., & Slate, J. R. (2008). Teachers Who Left the Teaching Profession: A Qualitative Understanding. The Qualitative Report, 13(1), 1-11. https://doi.org/10.46743/2160-3715/2008.1601
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