Research Insights: Do the Incentives Provided to Current Teachers Affect Future Cohorts?

Attracting, developing, and retaining effective teachers is essential for improving education outcomes, yet making the teaching profession appealing to talented youth remains challenging. Providing information about reforms that enhance the appeal of a teaching career to high school students can positively impact enrollment in higher education and the choice of an education major. This evidence suggests that career incentives and information can shape not only the current teaching workforce but also future cohorts.