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Teach: Inspiration is the Greatest Teacher

Resource Keywords:
Recruitment/Induction/Retention

Publication Type:

Web Article

Authors:

Davis Guggenheim

Year of Publication:

2006

URL:

http://www.teachnow.org/

Abstract:

Here's an award-winning documentary that chronicles "what it takes to survive the first year teaching in America's toughest schools." The film by Davis Guggenheim follows four young Los Angeles teachers as they experience "the thrill and heartache" associated with building a professional career in an often dysfunctional working environment. The 35-minute film, which is being used as a recruitment tool, a professional development resource, and a discussion-starter for policy reforms that support novice educators, can be viewed online at this webpage -- for free.

Guggenheim, D (2006). Teach: Inspiration is the greatest teacher. [Movie] Retrieved from Teachnow 14 May 2008. http://www.teachnow.org/

Empowering Teachers Through Distributed Leadership

Publication Type:

Web Article

Authors:

Various

Year of Publication:

2006

URL:

http://www.teachingquality.org/relatedtqissues/wachoviaretain.htm

Abstract:

Learn more about a project in North Carolina that is "addressing one of the most challenging teaching quality issues our public schools face -- reducing teacher turnover -- by developing teacher leadership for transforming schools and improving student achievement."

Center for Teaching Quality (2006). Teacher retention. Retrieved from CTQ 12 May 2008. http://www.teachingquality.org/relatedtqissues/wachoviaretain.htm

Doing What Counts: Design Principles for a Study on Teacher Incentives

Publication Type:

Web Article

Authors:

Jason C. Snipes; Janet C. Quint; Shelley Rappaport; Lynne Steuerle Schofield

Year of Publication:

2006

URL:

http://www.mdrc.org/publications/421/full.pdf

Abstract:

Temple University and MDRC describe many of the varied and complex issues associated with pay for performance and then outline a rigorous research agenda designed to surface “reliable evidence about the use of financial and non-financial incentives to recruit and retain high-quality teachers for underperforming schools.”

Snipes, J.C.; Quint, J.C.; Rappaport, S.; Schofield, L.S. (2006). Doing what counts: Design principles for a study on teacher incentives. MDRC and the Laboratory for Student Success, Temple University Center for Research in Human Development and Education (Feb. 2006). Retrieved from the MDRC 5 May 2008. http://www.mdrc.org/publications/421/full.pdf

Teacher Assessment and Support in Alabama: Toward Higher Student Achievement

Publication Type:

Web Article

Authors:

Various

Year of Publication:

2000

Abstract:

This report, prepared for the Alabama Teacher Quality Commission by the Center for Teachign Quality opens, "To develop a more rigorous teacher assessment and support system in Alabama, we call for the development of an expanded set of teacher standards and assessments that are used in redesigned teacher education and induction programs with a tighter focus on student achievement."

Center for Teaching Quality (2000). Teacher assessment and support in alabama: Toward higher student achievement. [Prepared for the Alabama Teacher Quality Commission, Feb 8 2000)

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The New Teacher Center

Publication Type:

Web Article

Authors:

Various

Year of Publication:

2008

URL:

http://www.newteachercenter.org/

Abstract:

"The New Teacher Center: Improving student learning by supporting the development of an inspired, dedicated and highly qualified teaching force." The NTC's homepage will take you to valuable resources about teacher induction, school leadership, and other topics.

The New Teacher Center (2008). Retrieved 2 May 2008. http://www.newteachercenter.org/

Four Keys to Keeping New Teachers

Resource Keywords:
Recruitment/Induction/Retention

Publication Type:

Web Article

Authors:

Teena Ruark Gorrow

Year of Publication:

2005

URL:

http://www.ascd.org/portal/site/ascd/template.MAXIMIZE/menuitem.29d4046b...

Abstract:

"We have a dilemma in education," writes Teena Ruark Gorrow. "We recruit people to enter a profession that sets increasingly difficult standards, has overwhelming responsibilities, and can squelch newcomers' idealistic dreams. How do we recruit, retain, and support beginning teachers?" In this article in the online version of Classroom Leadership (June 2005), Gorrow believes one answer rests with the building administrator who "stands at the nexus of change." Gorrow shares the results of a survey of her perservice teachers in which she asked them to respond to this open-ended prompt: "List one way an effective principal supports teachers in terms of classroom management." Follow this link to find out what they said!

Gorrow, T. (2005). Four Keys to Keeping New Teachers. Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development 8(9). Retrieved April 30, 2008 from http://www.ascd.org/portal/site/ascd/template.MAXIMIZE/menuitem.29d4046bbea38f2eb85516f762108a0c/?javax.portlet.tpst=d5b9c0fa1a493266805516f762108a0c_ws_MX&javax.portlet.prp_d5b9c0fa1a493266805516f762108a0c_journaltypeheaderimage=%2FASCD%2Fimages%2Fmultifiles%2Fpublications%2Fclmast.gif&javax.portlet.prp_d5b9c0fa1a493266805516f762108a0c_viewID=article_view&javax.portlet.prp_d5b9c0fa1a493266805516f762108a0c_journalmoid=83391239353b3010VgnVCM1000003d01a8c0RCRD&javax.portlet.prp_d5b9c0fa1a493266805516f762108a0c_articlemoid=fcd91239353b3010VgnVCM1000003d01a8c0RCRD&javax.portlet.prp_d5b9c0fa1a493266805516f762108a0c_journalTypePersonalization=ASCD_CL&javax.portlet.begCacheTok=token&javax.portlet.endCacheTok=token

Greener Pastures

Resource Keywords:
Recruitment/Induction/Retention

Publication Type:

Web Article

Authors:

Bruce Buchanan

Year of Publication:

2005

URL:

http://www.edweek.org/tm/articles/2005/03/01/05greener.h16.html

Abstract:

Though small rural districts throughout the country are struggling to hire and retain quality teachers, the Roanoke Rapids (NC) school system has managed to cut its 13 percent turnover rate in half, thanks to some innovative measures enacted by Superintendent John Parker. In this district of just 3,000 students, 13 percent of teachers have received their National Board certification, compared to just 1 percent of all teachers nationwide. It's just one example of how the district encourages and supports educators in their drive to improve and reinvigorate their classroom practices. Parker's emphasis on putting learning ahead of high-stakes assessment also wins a lot of hearts and mind--and a lot of teacher recruits. "We think, in this day and age, that sets us apart," Parker says. "Are you trying to tell me that a test knows more than a teacher who has worked with that kid for 180 days?" Read "Greener Pastures" at the Teacher Magazine/Education Week website. You may need to go through free registration.

Buchanan, B. (2005) Green Pastures. Teacher Magazine/Education Week. Retrieved April 30, 2008 from http://www.edweek.org/tm/articles/2005/03/01/05greener.h16.html

New Teacher

Publication Type:

Web Article

Authors:

Various

Year of Publication:

2003

URL:

http://www.newteacher.com/

Abstract:

NewTeacher.com is a non-commercial website funded by The First Days of School Foundation, a nonprofit based in the San Francisco Bay Area. Rosemary and Harry Wong, former classroom teachers and co-authors of "The First Days of School," are the founders. New teachers and those who mentor new teachers will find lots of useful material in the "published" and "unpublished" papers sections of the website. Also: Browse two chapters from the 2003 book "Teacher Induction: How to Train, Support and Retain New Teachers" by Harry Wong and Annette Breaux.

The First Days of School Foundation (2003). New teacher. Retrieved 29 April 2008. Link: http://www.newteacher.com/

Defining High-Quality Induction

Resource Keywords:
Recruitment/Induction/Retention

Publication Type:

Web Article

Authors:

Various

Year of Publication:

2008

URL:

http://www.cstp-wa.org/Navigational/Policies_practices/Teacher_induction...

Abstract:

The Center for Strengthening the Teaching Profession (CSTP) recently unveiled the results of a collaborative project aimed at defining the elements of high-quality induction for new teachers. Although the work grows out of an effort to help Washington State school districts establish effective teacher induction programs, the project's products will be of interest to districts across the U.S. CSTP convened teachers, mentors, administrators, and human resources professionals for several day-long sessions, using existing research, personal experience, and input from national experts to identify the needs of new teachers and craft standards to address them. The result is a set of standards, assessment tools, and other resources designed to assist districts of varying size and capacity implement top-notch induction programs. Also included are guidelines for hiring mentors and a description of the knowledge and skills critical for mentors of new teachers. The easy-to-use tool is available: http://www.cstp-wa.org/Navigational/Policies_practices/Teacher_induction...

Center for Strengthening the Teaching Profession (2008). Policies and practices. Retrieved from the Center for Strengthening the Teaching Profession 28 Apr 2008. Link: http://www.cstp-wa.org/Navigational/Policies_practices/Teacher_induction...

Research Matters/Improving Teacher Induction

Publication Type:

Web Article

Authors:

Andrew J. Wayne; Peter Youngs; Steve Fleischman

Year of Publication:

2005

URL:

http://www.ascd.org/portal/site/ascd/template.MAXIMIZE/menuitem.459dee00...

Abstract:

"Whether they enter teaching through an emergency-certification route or after university coursework and student teaching, all new teachers have a lot to learn," begins this summary of some of the latest research on effective teacher induction programs. "Unfortunately, schools do not operate like hospital emergency rooms, where experienced personnel routinely watch novices work, spot their mistakes, give advice, and model new techniques. New teachers learn mostly through trial and error." One finding: "State and district policymakers are providing resources to make induction programs more comprehensive, but research shows that much depends on the principal. Principals and other school leaders must extend their roles beyond performance evaluation to include instructional support--and not just help with classroom management." (Educational Leadership, May 2005)

Fleischman, S.; Waye, A.J.; & Youngs, P. Research matters/improving teacher induction. Educational leadership (May 2005, Vol. 62 No. 8). Retrieved from ASCD 21 Apr 2008. Link: http://www.ascd.org/portal/site/ascd/template.MAXIMIZE/menuitem.459dee00...