The Teacher Induction Experience, initiated by the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater in 1974, is a planned sequence of practical experiences directed by a team of professionals who assist and support the first-year teacher in becoming an effective, competent member of the profession. The program addresses the need to prepare quality career teachers by providing a year-long transition from preservice to inservice training. An extended partnership is formed by the University faculty and local school personnel to promote a blending of theoretical concepts from the campus and the practical application in the unit school. Weekly meetings are held with the unit staff and the first-year teacher. The University specialist makes on-site visits to confer with the unit staff and provide the expertise and resources of the University. In addition, monthly seminars are held to provide additional support and information. The first year teachers also enroll in the graduate school and register for 6-12 credits of graduate study per year. (Author/JD)