Exploration of English Language Teachers’ Perceptions of Teacher Autonomy and the Effects of Teacher Autonomy on their Wellbeing and Practices

Abstract

Teacher autonomy is an important topic in the education system of Kazakhstan. The education officials been working to improve teacher autonomy in recent years, recognizing the important role that it plays in improving educational outcomes. One of the key drivers of increased teacher autonomy in Kazakhstan has been the introduction of the State Program for Education Development (1991-2010). This program emphasizes the importance of teacher professional development and encourages greater teacher participation in decision-making processes. Additionally, the government has implemented policies aimed at reducing administrative burdens on teachers, giving them more time to focus on their teaching. These changes found its reflections in the introduced the Law on the Teacher’s Status in 2019....