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The Interdependency Of Impactful Teacher Induction Programs And Teacher Retention, Wendy M. Duroseau
The Interdependency Of Impactful Teacher Induction Programs And Teacher Retention, Wendy M. Duroseau
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The goal of new teacher induction programs was to improve the instruction of new and beginning teachers through ongoing professional development and instructional coaching with the hopes of retaining highly-qualified teachers and improving student learning. This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of new teacher induction programs based on teacher satisfaction and retention rates. This study addressed the following research questions: (1) What are the known qualities of a highly-effective teacher induction program? and (2) What can school district leaders do to improve a teacher induction program to increase teacher satisfaction and retention rates? The context of this inquiry was …
The Relationship Between Teacher Preparation And Attrition In The Teaching Field, Gerardo Trujillo
The Relationship Between Teacher Preparation And Attrition In The Teaching Field, Gerardo Trujillo
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In this study, the researcher investigated the relationship between the preservice preparation and attrition in the field of teachers employed at Chicago Public Schools. The researcher administered a survey to teachers working in Chicago and its neighboring suburbs, and their responses revealed their perceptions about their preparation program and their real-world experiences in the classroom. The results indicated that new teachers need coursework in the areas of classroom management, social-emotional skill integration, and cultural competence. The expectation is that the findings will support the creation of a uniform policy for all universities to implement nationwide. Such a program could result …