Academic Identity Formation of Taiwan Academics and Its Influence Over Career Trajectories

• In Event: Identity Development

Abstract

Research into the nature of academic identity in Taiwan higher education institutions is quite important, as the better understanding of this issue shall provide academics with a sense of purpose towards their role and to provide meaning to their academic practice as a whole. However, the current neoliberal practices has all together change the hiring practice in Taiwan higher education, hence affected the future role (career paths or trajectories) of doctoral students. The current study uses the qualitative narrative inquiry approach to collect the doctoral experiences of eight academic in Taiwan. Preliminary findings highlight the influence of where and when the doctoral education experiences takes place. Furthermore, the socialization process is also crucial in determining the direction of career trajectories.

Authors

• Gregory Siy Ching, Fu Jen Catholic University

• Yueh-Luen Hu, National Chengchi University

• Amy Roberts, University of Wyoming