EXAMINATION OF TEACHERS' OPINIONS ABOUT THEIR PROFESSIONS AND CAREERS

Abstract

This study was conducted according to the qualitative research model and patterns. Qualitative research is a form of research that involves in-depth data collection in a field. Criterion sampling, one of the purposeful sampling methods, was used to determine the participants of the study. The study group of this study consists of 22 teachers. As a data collection tool, a semi-structured interview form with the interview technique, one of the qualitative research methods, was used in line with the objectives of the study by scanning the literature and benefiting from the experiences of the researcher. The data of this study was collected in the fall semester of the 2024-2025 Academic Year after the final version of the data collection form was prepared. Content analysis was conducted in the study. According to the results of the study, teachers state that career advancement efforts are problematic, practices that cause discrimination are wrong, and criteria are inadequate.

Key Words: Teacher, professional law, career steps.