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ERIC Number: EJ620680
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2000
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ISSN: ISSN-0140-6728
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Older and Wiser, or Just at the End of the Line? The Perceptions of Mature Trainee Teachers.
Quintrell, Michael; Maguire, Meg
Westminster Studies in Education, v23 p19-30 2000
Explores the situation for a specific group of older adults, in their mid-to-late thirties and early forties, who have decided to train to teach. Gives an account of their perspectives, illuminating the issue of finding a job in teaching. Addresses ageism. (CMK)
Descriptors: Adults, Age Discrimination, Employment Opportunities, Equal Opportunities (Jobs), Foreign Countries, Higher Education, Older Workers, Preservice Teacher Education, Student Attitudes, Teacher Selection
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive
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Language: English
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Identifiers - Location: United Kingdom
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