Imagine that an education professor at State U. has just received a statistical report projecting demand for teachers for the next ten years. In the report, the professor sees that there is expected to be a considerable shortage of elementary teachers in the college's geographical region. The next day, a student comes to the professor wishing to declare her major in elementary education. What information should the professor encourage the student to seek to determine the availability of a position after graduation?

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The Answer is Suggested answer: Although at times statistical reports can be helpful in determining trends, statistical data changes rapidly. Therefore, it is unwise to base a career decision solely on a review of projected teacher supply and demand. The professor should encourage the student to seek information regarding the type of shortage: minority teachers; certain subjects; certain grade levels; and the contributing factors of retirement rate, growth in student population, budget changes, etc. Finally, as the text mentions, there is never a surplus of good teachers.

Imagine That an Education Professor at State U