How do state-level induction and standards-based reform policies affect induction experiences and turnover among new teachers?

American Journal of Education

Volumn 113, Issue 2, 2007, Pages 273-309

  Smith, Thomas M ^a  

^a VANDERBILT UNIVERSITY   (United States)

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EID: 35348879352     PISSN: 01956744     EISSN: None     Source Type: Journal    
DOI: 10.1086/510168     Document Type: Article

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