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Factors Affecting Teacher Turnover in Private Schools in Macau

Authors
Ao I. Leng1, *, Jenny O. L. Phillips1
1Faculty of Business and Law, University of Saint Joseph, Macau SAR, China
*Corresponding author. Email: ao.i.leng@usj.edu.mo
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Ao I. Leng
Available Online 28 September 2024.
DOI
10.2991/978-2-38476-289-7_11How to use a DOI?
Keywords
Teacher Turnover; Staff Motivation; Schools in Macau
Abstract

Teacher turnover is a global issue that has not received much research attention in Macau despite studies indicating that teachers in the region experience high levels of stress and burnout. Given that private school teachers account for a significant proportion (88.6%) of the non-tertiary education system in Macau, this qualitative study focused on this specific group who voluntarily resigned from their positions. Through in-depth interviews with 13 former teachers from different kindergartens and primary and secondary schools, the research identified 15 factors under three categories causing voluntary turnover of teachers in Macau. Although school-related factors account for the most, personal reasons were the primary driver. The study’s findings highlight the complex nature of teacher turnover which can be attributed to single and multiple factors, in both direct and indirect forms. The factors could also interplay in both unidirectional and mutual relationships. A conceptual framework for teacher turnover in Macau was developed to address the 15 contributing factors and the complex interplay of these factors. This study could fill the gap in the literature and serve as a valuable resource for policymakers and school leaders seeking to reduce teacher attrition rates in the region.

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Volume Title
Proceedings of the 2024 SSEME workshop on Social Sciences and Education (SSEME-SSE 2024)
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Advances in Social Science, Education and Humanities Research
Publication Date
28 September 2024
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978-2-38476-289-7
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2352-5398
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10.2991/978-2-38476-289-7_11How to use a DOI?
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© 2024 The Author(s)
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