An Exploration on the Impact of Teacher Self-Efficacy on Chronic Absenteeism
Date of Award
12-1-2023
Degree Name
Ed.D. in Leadership for Organizations
Department
Department of Educational Administration
Advisor/Chair
Advisor: Ricardo Garcia
Abstract
Regular student attendance is one of the most important factors in determining a student’s academic success. In this qualitative action research study, the researcher sought to identify the reasons behind an increase in chronic absenteeism at Mid-Atlantic Elementary School. Additionally, the question of what impact teacher self-efficacy had on attendance was the focus of the study. Results determined that teachers can and do affect students’ attendance rates with use of various strategies of engagement and motivation and by employing their own locus of control. Findings from this study provide key strategies and interventions that can used to mitigate chronic absenteeism in elementary school.
Keywords
absenteeism, chronic absenteeism, student attendance, teacher self-efficacy, elementary attendance
Rights Statement
Copyright © 2023, author.
Recommended Citation
Sarabella, Gina, "An Exploration on the Impact of Teacher Self-Efficacy on Chronic Absenteeism" (2023). Graduate Theses and Dissertations. 7390.
https://ecommons.udayton.edu/graduate_theses/7390