New science teachers may be retained using a multifaceted approach. First, school districts may use an on-site training program to induct new science teachers. Second, schools may arrange the master schedule to support new teachers. Finally, veteran science teachers may take responsibility for helping new teachers to succeed through their daily actions in mentoring and supporting these teachers. In this chapter, the author discusses examples of programs that educators on each level can use. These programs rely on building a relationship between new and veteran teachers and giving new teachers both a time to reflect on their practices and a person with whom to reflect. These approaches actively support the new teacher while providing a positive experience for the veteran teacher.
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Type Book ChapterPub Date 1/1/2003Stock # PB127X4_15