Master Colloquium Luke ter Ellen (EST) - Different Routes, Different Needs? Aligning Induction Programs with Teacher Backgrounds

Speaker  

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Luke ter Ellen

Title

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Different Routes, Different Needs? Aligning Induction Programs with Teacher Backgrounds

Abstract

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This thesis examines how well induction programs in Dutch primary education align with the backgrounds of starting teachers: regular starters, academically schooled teachers, and second-career teachers. Using a mixed-methods approach (surveys and classroom observations), the study investigates group differences in perceived induction needs, induction use, alignment of induction measures, self-efficacy, and teaching quality. While most needs are shared, second-career teachers report higher needs in pedagogy workshops and workload reduction, and more mismatches between support and needs. One significant difference was found in teaching quality, favouring regular starters. The study highlights the importance of more flexible, differentiated induction programs.

Date

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July 21, 2025

Time

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14:00 hrs.

Building/Room

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Ravelijn 2237

Graduation     Committee    

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dr. Marieke van Geel

dr. Sara de Bruin