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Educator Confidence Report

Welcome to HMH's 9th annual Educator Confidence Report. This year, we're releasing the report in three parts. Part 1: Outlook on Teaching & AI and Part 2: Outlook on Teacher Well-Being are available now. Look for Part 3 this fall.

Educators’ Outlook in 2023

In our 9th annual Educator Confidence Report (ECR), conducted in partnership with MarketCast, educators shared their feelings about the state of education at a challenging time for our schools.

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    ECR Part 1: Outlook on Teaching & AI

    Are educators optimistic about the future of the profession? How do they feel about AI in the classroom? Part 1 of the ECR breaks down teachers’ views.

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    ECR Part 2: Outlook on Teacher Well-Being

    What do educators need to battle burnout? What can be done to improve their experience? Find out how educators answer these questions in Part 2 of the ECR.

Educator Confidence on the Rise

The Educator Confidence Index, a measure of overall confidence in the teaching profession, was at a historic low last year (40.0 out of 100). But this year’s report shows signs that educator confidence may be on the rise.

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Archived Reports

For the past seven years, we at HMH® have surveyed educators on the state of education, their profession, and the needs of students. Explore our archive of past Educator Confidence Reports.

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