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During the 2023\u20132024 school year, 644 math teachers took part in the study. Of these, 260 were from private schools, and 384 were from public schools. There are 10,323 teachers in public schools and 694 in private schools, and this sample size is more than the 371 participants that are needed for statistical purposes (based on Cochran\u2019s formula at a 95% confidence level and a 5% margin of error). A scale consisting of thirteen 5-point Likert-type questions was developed by researchers for data collection, and mathematical modeling techniques were employed. Factor analysis using SPSS 24.00 revealed four key factors influencing teachers\u2019 responses: teachers\u2019 professional development and support, job satisfaction, students\u2019 engagement, and teaching experience. 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