STUDY GUIDE — CHAPTER 1: WHY TEACH?

STUDY GUIDE — CHAPTER 1: WHY TEACH?

Name: Mackenna Papst

Date: 9-6-14

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1.      Name several of the most common motives for becoming a teacher.

Some of the most common motives for becoming a teacher include, the desire to work with young people, interest in subject, influence of family and value or significance of education to society.

2.      List some of the extrinsic rewards of a career in teaching.

Extrinsic rewards of being a teacher include the salaries, status, power and work schedule. 

3.      List some of the possible intrinsic rewards of a teaching career.

Intrinsic rewards of being a teacher include the students, performance of a significant social service, support from co-workers, and the job of teaching in itself.

4.     List and describe three alternative kinds of sources of information on a career in teaching.

5.     Describe the drawbacks of using media representations as sources of vicarious experiences.

6.     Identify public perceptions of teachers and teaching.

        The public relies on the teachers to guide, inspire, motivate and teach their children. The public puts all their trust into teachers. Surprisingly, students have much respect for teachers as well.