Some of the most common motives for becoming a
teacher are: Desire to work with young people. Value or importance of an
education to society. Interest in subject matter profession. Influence of
teacher in elementary or secondary school. Influence of family.
Some of the rewards of teaching are: Salaries.
Status. Power. Work schedule.
Intrinsic reward: Students. Performance of a
significant social service. Stimulation and support from fellow teachers. The art
of teaching.
Per a career of teaching, the following sources of
useful experience: Real encounters. Vicarious experiences. Guidance. Reflection.
Public perceptions of teachers and teaching: Strong
support from public. Teachers are trusted. Teachers are important to society
and the community.
We would like to think that teachers go into teaching because they like to work with young people. Very good points in describing what becoming a teacher entails.
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