Work Situations Triggering Participation in Informal Learning in the Workplace: A Case Study of Public School Teachers.

Lohman, Margaret C.

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ERIC Number: EJ675084

Record Type: Journal

Publication Date: 2003

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Work Situations Triggering Participation in Informal Learning in the Workplace: A Case Study of Public School Teachers.

Lohman, Margaret C.

Performance Improvement Quarterly, v16 n1 p40-54 2003

Describes a study that conducted interviews and site visits with 22 teachers to identify work situations that trigger engagement in informal learning and personal characteristics that enhance motivation. Considers new teaching tasks; new leadership roles; adherence to policies and procedures; teachers' initiative; self-efficacy; commitment to lifelong learning; and interest in content area. (Author/LRW)

Descriptors: Case Studies, Elementary School Teachers, Interviews, Leadership Responsibility, Learning Processes, Lifelong Learning, Secondary School Teachers, Self Efficacy, Teacher Characteristics, Work Environment

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research

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Language: English

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