Narratives Behind Teaching: The Lived Experiences of Veteran English Teachers
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https://doi.org/10.48017/dj.v11i1.3606Keywords:
Coping Strategies, Lived Experiences, Narrative inquiry, Veteran English teachersAbstract
The study sought to provide an in-depth understanding of the lived experiences and personal stories of the veteran English teachers in their career journey. The study employed a narrative inquiry qualitative research design. Eight veteran English teachers were purposively chosen through a snowball purposive sampling method. The lived experiences are explored through semi-structured interviews using open-ended questions sufficient to address the research questions of this study. Data gathered are coded, categorized, and analyzed thematically through Braun and Clarke’s thematic analysis. The study revealed that factors such as the teachers’ passion and commitment, dedication, flexibility, and resilience enable teachers to stay in the teaching profession longer.
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