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An exploration of the influence of professional relationships on the career pathways of physical education teacher educators
Eileen McevoyAnn MacphailPilvikki Heikinaro-johanssonsubject
Secondary educationSubject (philosophy)Physical Therapy Sports Therapy and RehabilitationihmissuhteetCareer PathwaysEducationPhysical educationmentor03 medical and health sciences0302 clinical medicinecareermentorointityöuraOrthopedics and Sports Medicineteacher educatorMedical education05 social sciences050301 education030229 sport sciencesurakehitysphysical educationammatillinen kehitysrelationshipFaculty developmentPsychology0503 educationliikunnanopettajatCareer choiceCareer developmentdescription
This paper focuses on the professional journeys of 14 mid- and late-career teacher educators in seven countries in the subject area of physical education. Data was gathered through two rounds of semi-structured interviews and revealed a strong emphasis on the professional relationships impacting upon participants’ entry to and development within the profession. Career interest development, career choice and career performance were all affected by the people with whom participants formed relationships throughout their careers. The findings are discussed with reference to the role of teacher educators in selecting, encouraging and supporting their teacher education colleagues.
| year | journal | country | edition | language |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018-07-13 |