Author Identifier
Christina Gray
https://orcid.org/0000-0001-8464-1961
Geoffrey Lowe
https://orcid.org/0000-0001-9413-7080
Sarah Jefferson
Document Type
Journal Article
Publication Title
Teachers and Teaching
Volume
27
Issue
6
Publisher
Taylor & Francis
School
School of Education
RAS ID
36951
Funders
Edith Cowan University - Open Access Support Scheme 2021
Abstract
Through a phenomenological lens of portraiture methodology, this article explores the career experiences of a veteran acting teacher who, at the age of 85 years, remains highly passionate and dedicated to his work with younger aspiring actors. The article reveals how for this veteran teacher, his strong teacher identity characterised by a quest for challenge and a commitment to career-long professional development are significant to maintaining relevance and passion for teaching. As many countries grapple with issues surrounding the retention of veteran teachers, understanding the ways in which he maintains his passion and commitment over succumbing to stress and burn out like so many teachers in the performing arts is timely.
DOI
10.1080/13540602.2021.1977275
Creative Commons License
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Comments
Gray, C., Lowe, G. M., Prout, P. F., & Jefferson, S. (2021). ‘Just like breathing’: A portrait of an 85-year-old veteran teacher. Teachers and Teaching, 2 (6), p. 571-586.
https://doi.org/10.1080/13540602.2021.1977275