Teacher Induction Programs Minnesota Teacher Licensure Task Force January 17, 2012

Teacher Induction Programs Factors leading to increased interest in induction programs –Increase in accountability requirements since 1990s –Teacher turnover - 33% to 40% of new teachers leave the profession with 5 years –Inadequate preparation for teaching – experienced teachers “create a more effective learning experience for students”

Teacher Induction Programs Comprehensive Induction Programs are: –Intensive –Structured –Aligned with new teachers’ needs

Teacher Induction Programs Comprehensive Induction Programs include: –High-quality mentoring –Common planning time and collaboration –Ongoing professional development –Participation in an external network of teachers –Standards-based evaluation American Association of State Colleges and Universities

Teacher Induction Programs May help districts retain teachers Limited rigorous data on the impact of induction programs on student learning Funding sources may be a stumbling block –Title II, Part A of Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) –American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) Title I supplemental funds

Research Questions (p. 3) What are the policies that undergird the state’s induction program? What rationale is articulated for the state’s support for an induction program? In what ways are new teachers held accountable for meeting induction requirements? What are the components of the state’s approved induction programs? What are the costs, resources, capacities, and requisite infrastructure(s) associated with various components?

States California Colorado Massachusetts Missouri Utah Washington

Data Collection Literature Review –Research on induction programs –Focused on characteristics contributing to success of inductions programs Categorized research questions in 3 main areas (p. 5) –Legislation and funding –State and district policies/rules –Program components Interview protocol

Report Legislation and Funding (pp. 5-9) State and District Roles (pp. 9-11) Program Components (pp ) –Major Components –Mentors –Additional Components Conclusions (pp )

Questions Discussion Next Steps