Presents and discusses results from a study of effective mentoring programs for beginning teachers in Michigan. Discusses identifying and training mentors, designing a framework for mentoring programs, mentoring methodologies, and planning and evaluating the programs. Notes that money for such programs, while helpful, is not necessary. Argues that…

Article describes a model that serves to enhance the role teachers can play in their attempts to gain greater status, salary increases, and job satisfaction. (RK)

Notes that increased competition for mathematically talented students, the decline in the quality of prospective teachers, and increased requirements all explain why there are fewer mathematics education students today than in the past. Suggests that the problem is worsening. (FL)

Elementary, middle school, and high school principals have a powerful impact on the schools in their charge. These lead administrators mold the atmosphere of a school and, in turn, the feelings of the teachers who work in it. The current teacher shortage combined with the demands of standards-based education has made retaining new teachers a…

Argues for the continuation of college education departments and teacher education courses as the best preparation for graduating qualified teaching professionals and combating the predicted teacher shortage. (NKA)

Proposes that the development of the next generation of teachers begin in special charter schools (grades 9-12) devoted to careers in teaching. Argues that the charter school is an ideal place to institute unique educational reform and prepare better-qualified teachers with a sense of social responsibility. Outlines objectives, basic design…

Advocates establishment of training programs for substitute teachers in the local school districts, along with active recruiting of substitutes. Emphasizes that substitutes' salaries must improve and that the regular teacher should provide adequate information about school policies and procedures, as well as complete class lesson plans that any…

Explains that the primary objectives of the South Carolina/Spain Visiting Teachers Program were to: meet the greater demand for Spanish teachers; provide qualified native speakers; provide students with a linguistically and culturally rich education; and actively participate in cross-cultural activities. Explains characteristics of the South…

Describes New Zealand's program for beginning teacher induction, in which new primary teachers (K-8) receive weekly release time for the purpose of staff development. Argues that using this model would help combat the impending teacher shortage in the United States. (SR)

Advocates school and district administrator solicitation of teacher participation in decision making to combat teacher burnout and teacher shortages. (JC)

Examines the employment potential of re-entry and non-entry teachers and argues that they should be considered seriously. (HOD)

Relates how inadequate teacher certification requirements and teacher education programs have been detrimental to quality public school math and science programs. (HOD)