The attractiveness and retention of teacher education and the teaching profession

This project examines the attractiveness of teacher education and the teaching profession, as well as the factors that influence students’ entry into and retention within the field. Using a longitudinal research design, the project investigates students’ experiences of the appeal of their studies and their personal well-being, their perceptions of their own self-efficacy and the teaching profession, and their reasons for pursuing careers in teaching and educational guidance.