towards a better understanding of teacher recognition in society: issues andchallenges

A functioning educational system is dependent on the acknowledgment of teachers. however, itis frequently eclipsed by a number of problems and difficulties that are prevalent in society. the paperexamines the current situation of societal respect for teachers, analyzes the major problems anddifficulties encountered, and offers potential answers. the study explores the function of teachers, societyperceptions of the field, and the effects of insufficient recognition. findings indicate that despite thecritical role of teachers, they often face a lack of appreciation, inadequate compensation, and a generalundervaluation of their profession (ingersoll & strong, 2011). a multifaceted strategy encompassingstakeholders like governments, educational institutions, and society at large is needed to address theseconcerns.