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How new teachers feel

New teachers explain how they first felt at the beginning of their year

In these videos Jake and Isaac discuss how they first felt when they started as Newly Qualified Teachers.

Although they have experienced quite different teacher education courses and are entering quite different schools, it is clear some of the emotions are quite similar. Watch Jake and Isaac’s videos and consider their starting points. What are the similarities and differences?

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How to Succeed as a Newly Qualified Teacher

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