Teacher incentive programmes

Source definition

User manual for the implementation of the new UIS Survey on Statistics of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) in Education.

Data source

Statistical unit of the Ministry of Education or, alternatively, national statistical office.

Definition

Used to incite various actions among teachers including improving the quality of their teaching, improve their current teaching qualifications, or remain in the profession. Incentives programmes may be monetary or non-monetary in nature. Monetary incentives include salary differentials and other monetary benefits including bonuses, pension, benefits or job stability. In contrast non-monetary incentives may include opportunities for professional growth and advancement.