- Research Brief
Teachers’ Experiences with Career and Technical Education: Trends from the 2025 Tennessee Educator Survey
- By Hope E. Murphy
Key Findings
- More than 80% of high school CTE teachers reported that pathways are beneficial, accessible, and help prepare students for postsecondary education and careers.
- Over 75% of high school CTE teachers reported that work- based learning benefits students and is directly connected to career opportunities.
- 9th-12th grade CTE teachers in schools located in cities were the least likely to report industry partner involvement in WBL compared to other locales.
Suggested Citation
Murphy, Hope E. (2026). Teachers’ Experiences with Career and Technical Education: Trends from the 2025 Tennessee Educator Survey. Tennessee Education Research Alliance.