1. Teaching is emotional work that is rooted in the moral purpose of education. 2. The passion that teachers bring to their work is largely due to their sense of obligation toward their students. 3. Teachers’ professional selves are intricately intertwined with their personal identities. 4. External perceptions of teachers and schools, often perpetuated by policymakers and the media, undermine the credibility of the profession. 5. Effective and authentic school leadership is crucial to school cultures and teachers’ work lives. 6. Teachers’ morale is enhanced by genuine involvement in decision-making. 7. The most meaningful professional growth endeavors are often self-initiated and in collaboration with others. 8. Professional validation and support contribute strongly to perceptions of self-efficacy. 9. Resilience and determination are key personality traits for teachers. 10. Teacher voice needs to be at the forefront of policymaking.
Posted on: Wed, 19 Mar 2014 21:32:28 +0000
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