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Jefferson, Sarah; Lowe, Geoffrey M.; Gray, Christina; Prout, Peter – Teachers and Teaching: Theory and Practice, 2023
There is limited research into older teachers (veterans), especially those who remain enthusiastic and committed to teaching. Still less is known about the role of social support from colleagues inside school in helping positive veteran teachers maintain their commitment to teaching. Drawing broadly from a typology which identifies four types of…
Descriptors: Experienced Teachers, Psychological Patterns, Social Support Groups, Emotional Response
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Gray, Christina; Lowe, Geoffrey M.; Prout, Peter F.; Jefferson, Sarah – Teachers and Teaching: Theory and Practice, 2021
Through a phenomenological lens of portraiture methodology, this article explores the career experiences of a veteran acting teacher who, at the age of 85 years, remains highly passionate and dedicated to his work with younger aspiring actors. The article reveals how for this veteran teacher, his strong teacher identity characterised by a quest…
Descriptors: Experienced Teachers, Teaching Experience, Older Adults, Teacher Motivation