Foreign Language Teachers' Demographic Characteristics, In-Service Training Needs, and Attitudes toward Teaching.

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Title: Foreign Language Teachers' Demographic Characteristics, In-Service Training Needs, and Attitudes toward Teaching.
Language: English
Authors: Wolf, W. C., Riordan, Kathleen M.
Source: Foreign Language Annals. Dec 1991 24(6):471-478.
Peer Reviewed: Y
Page Count: 8
Publication Date: 1991
Document Type: Journal Articles
Reports - Research
Descriptors: Demography, Inservice Teacher Education, Language Teachers, Modern Language Curriculum, Occupational Surveys, Second Language Instruction, Teacher Attitudes, Teacher Persistence
ISSN: 0015-718X
Abstract: Analysis of survey data describing the demographic characteristics and attitudes of foreign language teachers affiliated with a state professional organization revealed that there are only very limited inservice training opportunities, there is a limited scope of foreign language programs, and a substantial number of teachers may leave the field in the next decade. (one reference) (CB)
Journal Code: CIJJUN1992
Entry Date: 1992
Accession Number: EJ439673
Database: ERIC
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