Written to coincide with the introduction in 1999/2000 of Induction Standards for new entrants to the teaching profession, this book is an invaluable resource which, helps to smooth the transition from theory and supervised teaching to independent reflective practice, and provides a combination of explanation, challenge, practical activities and authentic case studies.
The author acknowledges the importance of professional development during the induction year and advocates the gradual implementation and reinforcement of effective strategies for good teaching. He also urges readers to develop the creative, intuitive and 'natural-born' abilities that help to fashion their own individual teaching styles. Though informed by 'The Standards', the Handbook's deeper aim is to help new teachers set ambitious personal and professional expectations, through which they will realise their full potential.
