Concerns of Beginner Teachers

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This paper discusses the concerns that new teachers experience in the classroom. The paper further examine the beliefs of Anita Woolfolk in relation to this issue, and the elements of educational psychology that may serve to ease the stressors that are apparent in the lives of first year teachers. The paper then examines Woolfolk's suggestions for these individuals, as well as draws conclusions based upon the research.

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"As novice teachers enter the profession there is a significant amount of apprehension regarding the experience, and what will occur within the first few years of teaching. Planning, students, the administration, and performance are all relatively high concerns that engross the teacher's thoughts as he or she prepares for the onset of school. Yet, Woolfolk suggests that these ideas are only the beginning notions of new teachers today (Shaughnessy, 2004, p. 1). More than any other concern the issue of being an effective teacher appears to be the most significant factor for new teachers. Questions of whether or not teaching styles will engross student learning, or if the teacher has the capability to utilize the lessons learned in the classroom become a primary issue for new teachers as the first year of school approaches."

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