Degree Name

Education Specialist (EdS)

Semester of Degree Completion

1995

Thesis Director

Donald W. Smitley

Abstract

The purpose of this study was to identify common elements in the mentor-protege component of Illinois' downstate school districts which have an enrollment between 2,000 and 6,000 students. One hundred individual schools were selected for the study. Individual schools were selected in order to assure a valid representation of grade levels and geographic locations. This study also identified those segments that, according to administrators, mentors, and beginning teachers, were the most effective in addressing their needs. The information the study gathered consisted of an examination of current literature and research, and contacts with first year teachers, mentors, and building administrators who were involved with the induction program. Information collected led to a descriptive statistical summary of findings. Recommendations were made toward the improvement of current induction programs as well as the creation of a mentor-protege program in districts where one does not exist.

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