Texas Educators Sanctioned For Misconduct
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2015
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Texas State University-San Marcos
Abstract
The purpose of this study is to examine different types of offenses committed by
educators, to examine how these different offenses are punished and whether there are
differences among gender, race, age, and certificate groups. Methods. For this study, existing
data was used from the Texas Education Agency for 582 educators that were disciplined for
misconduct in the 2012-2013 school year. Results. Males, black educators, and younger
educators are more likely to offend. They are not, however, treated most harshly when they are
disciplined. There are some offenses committed more often by males, younger educators, and
educators who have held their credentials for a shorter amount of time. Conclusion. Additional
research is needed in this sparsely studied field to help further understand why some groups are
more likely to offend or commit certain offenses, and whether there is any disparity in the
manner in which educators are disciplined.
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educator sexual misconduct, teachers, schools, child sexual abuse, disciplinary action
Citation
Brady, G. (2015). Texas Educators Sanctioned For Misconduct (Master's Thesis). Texas State University-San Marcos.