Ethical Challenges of Educators in Rural Schools: A Narrative Inquiry
Location
DeSantis Room 2060
Format Type
Plenary
Format Type
Paper
Start Date
16-1-2020 5:00 PM
End Date
16-1-2020 5:20 PM
Abstract
In this study researchers applied narrative inquiry to capture and understand significant experiences and insights of current and retired educators who teach or have taught within small rural public schools in the U.S. Researchers described the unique characteristics of rural schools, the advantages and challenges faced by educators and teachers in rural schools, and ways educators applied personal and professional ethics to meet those challenges. Narrative inquiry was a useful methodology to capture and analyze the individual experiences of practitioners. The study may be of value to those who lead rural schools, those who train and prepare rural educators, and those who shape public policies that impact these groups.
Keywords
Rural Education, Ethics, Narrative inquiry
Ethical Challenges of Educators in Rural Schools: A Narrative Inquiry
DeSantis Room 2060
In this study researchers applied narrative inquiry to capture and understand significant experiences and insights of current and retired educators who teach or have taught within small rural public schools in the U.S. Researchers described the unique characteristics of rural schools, the advantages and challenges faced by educators and teachers in rural schools, and ways educators applied personal and professional ethics to meet those challenges. Narrative inquiry was a useful methodology to capture and analyze the individual experiences of practitioners. The study may be of value to those who lead rural schools, those who train and prepare rural educators, and those who shape public policies that impact these groups.