The work of a teacher is complex, and the demands-to develop lesson plans, instruct with confidence and clarity, establish classroom routines, set boundaries for student behavior, and so much more-can be quite overwhelming. Set in Australia, The Beginning Teacher provides valuable advice and a variety of strategies to support new educators as they prepare for their first teaching appointment. Program segments include "You're a New Teacher-Now What?"; "Your First Day, First Class, First Week"; "Becoming Involved in the Wider School Culture"; and "Survival Strategies.

Encoded with permission for digital streaming by Infobase on Aug. 19, 2009. Learn360 is distributed by Infobase for Films for the Humanities & Sciences, Cambridge Educational, Meridian Education, and Shopware.

Qualities of a New Teacher (3:48) -- Preparation for New Teacher (2:52) -- New Teacher: First Day/First Week (4:11) -- New Teacher: Extracurricular Activities (2:35) -- New Teacher Survival Strategies (4:45) -- Review of New Teacher Responsibilities (3:58).