This summary of the development and implementation of the Study of Induction Programs for Beginning Teachers includes descriptions of the methods used to obtain data as well as recommendations and conclusions drawn from the study. Critical questions in the investigation were: (1) What are the problems of beginning teachers? (2) What kinds of programs have facilitated the solution of these problems? and (3) What are the consequences of failing to solve these problems in terms of achieving teacher effectiveness and stimulating a career of progressive professional development? Information was gathered by a review of relevant literature, identification of and visits to programs designed to assist beginning teachers, and a review of evaluation reports of the programs. Twenty-four programs were examined in depth; of these, four were selected for site visits by the staff of the Educational Testing Service. Educators concerned about the problems and issues of beginning teachers were consulted. The four-volume report resulting from the study discusses problems and issues covered, the methodology used, comprehensive descriptions of exemplary programs, a review of the literature, and the names and locations of educators interested and involved in programs for beginning teachers. (JD)