Support Groups for Novice Teachers.

Thies-Sprinthall, Lois M.; Gerler, Edwin R., Jr.

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Publication Date: 1990

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Support Groups for Novice Teachers.

Thies-Sprinthall, Lois M.; Gerler, Edwin R., Jr.

Journal of Staff Development, v11 n4 p18-22 Fall 1990

This article provides a rationale for new types of teacher induction programs, a description of an innovative small-group process that provides beginning teachers with peer support, and a brief summary of quantitative and qualitative results obtained from implementing support groups for novice teachers. (IAH)

Descriptors: Beginning Teacher Induction, Beginning Teachers, Counselor Role, Elementary Secondary Education, Group Dynamics, Peer Relationship, Program Development, Staff Development, Teacher Attitudes

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Language: English

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