Described is the method by which one school district developed a successful teacher center in only six months. (KC)

Discusses recent developments which have stimulated interest in teacher centers and describes five types of teacher centers now in operation. (JMB)

An approach is outlined for beginning a teacher center: (1) do your homework; (2) generate interest in the center; (3) form a team--establish a teacher center board; and (4) plan a program of action. Five success factors to ensure the center's longevity are listed and a bibliography is included. (JMK)

While teacher centers vary widely in origin, size, and sophistication, most respond to teachers in four crucial ways: (1) services planned according to teacher needs; (2) staff members from the teaching ranks; (3) meeting place for teachers; and (4) convenient locations. Three actual teacher centers are described. (CJ)