Research Suggests That the Attrition Rate for Beginning Teachers Is

Essay

Research suggests that the attrition rate for beginning teachers is one of the most significant contributors to the shortage of teachers in the United States. Novice teachers who leave the profession report that the "trauma" associated with the beginning year of teaching is the major factor in their decision to leave. With this in mind, describe how the concept of "mediated entry" addresses the concerns expressed by new teachers.