Honoring Teachers: A World of Perspectives
- UNCG Author/Contributor (non-UNCG co-authors, if there are any, appear on document)
- Belinda J Hardin, Associate Professor (Creator)
- Institution
- The University of North Carolina at Greensboro (UNCG )
- Web Site: http://library.uncg.edu/
Abstract: This cross-cultural study examines early childhood professionals' perceptions of their social status, working conditions, and public appreciation in seven countries/territories: Guatemala, Hong Kong, Hungary, India, Mexico, Peru, and the United States of America. One hundred eighteen participants, consisting of preschool and elementary school educators, program directors, child psychologists, and professors of early childhood education, responded to six questions through electronic, printed, and face-to-face contacts. The cross-cultural data revealed a high degree of agreement on these professionals' perceptions of their social standing, income, work responsibilities, and public appreciation. Results indicate that participants felt discouraged and underappreciated in their current circumstances and aspired to additional financial and emotional support, as well as greater respect from their governments and society.
Honoring Teachers: A World of Perspectives
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Additional Information
- Publication
- Journal of Early Childhood Teacher Education, 28, 181-198.
- Language: English
- Date: 2007
- Keywords
- Cross-cultural, Multicultural, Teachers, Attitudes, International perspectives, Guatemala, Hong Kong, Hungary, India, Mexico, Peru, United States of America, Education professionals