A SYSTEMATIC REVIEW OF THE LITERATURE ON ACADEMIC RETIREMENT
2024
Understanding Academic Retirement
Sample size: 102
publication
Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Silver Michelle
Primary Institution: University of Toronto
Hypothesis
What are the determinants and experiences of retirement among higher education faculty?
Conclusion
The review highlights varying retirement pathways for academics and suggests future research should focus on supports for retaining mature workers in academia.
Supporting Evidence
- 102 papers were included in the review.
- Most studies used cross-sectional survey data.
- Common determinants measured included age and spousal retirement timing.
- The literature mapping focused on geographical and subfield areas.
Takeaway
This study looked at how teachers and professors retire and what factors affect their retirement experiences.
Methodology
A systematic review of literature was conducted, screening studies for inclusion based on retirement among academic faculty.
Participant Demographics
Higher education faculty, primarily academics.
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