Ta b l e o f C o n t e n t s
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State Teacher Standards Conclusion
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What Comes After the Interview What to Consider
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Rating the Interviewees
54
Quantitative Scoring Processes Conclusion
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How to Guide New Teachers After They Sign on the Dotted Line Predicting Trends and Disruptions
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Understanding Local Culture and Informal Organizational Structures Conclusion
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How the Central Office Supports New Teachers Mentoring for Beginning Teachers Mentor Training
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The Broader Agenda of Mentoring
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Essential Skill Areas for Mentoring
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Topics for Discussion
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Benefits of Mentoring
70
Benefits to Mentors
70
Benefits to New Teachers Benefits to Districts Induction Programs
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Induction Versus Orientation
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Components of Induction Programs
73
Successful Induction Programs
76
Ineffective Induction Programs
76
Conclusion
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