Degree

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)

Department

Human Sciences and Education

Document Type

Dissertation

Abstract

The purpose of this intrinsic case study was to examine the career choices and experiences of African American male teachers in secondary grade settings. Participants included 17 African American males who taught core subjects at varying grade levels. All participants worked at schools in the Baton Rouge, Louisiana, metropolitan area. The main source of data collection was completed through semistructured interviews with 17 African American male teachers. I arranged to visit the different schools and address all potential teachers interested in participating in this study. Additionally, I contacted all interested subjects through email. The findings provided important information related to improving the percentage of African American educators. The case study was framed by critical race theory, antideficit achievement theory, and career choice framework.

Date

4-8-2022

Committee Chair

Clayton, Ashley

DOI

10.31390/gradschool_dissertations.5811

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