The stereotype does not define us”: The social influences and life experiences that led Asian American men to pursue a teaching career

Authors

Bradley W. BergeyFollow

Document Type

Article

Publication Date

2021

Abstract

Few Asian American men choose to become teachers in the United States, and the career paths of those who do are not well understood. Guided by Situated Expectancy-Value Theory, analyses of interviews with 12 Asian American male preservice teachers revealed three themes. First, men navigated social discouragement and variable parental support for a teaching career. Second, their career decisions were grounded in commitments to personal agency, non-conformity, and making a social contribution. Third, career exploration, including early teaching experiences and exploring non-teaching career possibilities, clarified strengths and values. Theoretical and practical implications are discussed.

Comments

Bergey, B. W. (2021). “The stereotype does not define us”: The social influences and life experiences that led Asian American men to pursue a teaching career. Teaching and Teacher Education. Advanced online publication. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.tate.2021.103352