The Gateway Induction Program is anchored in Korthagen’s Core Reflection model of teaching and learning. Novice teachers experience optimal learning when they engage in self-directed learning and job-embedded practice that is anchored in ongoing reflection (Cuadro & Garcias, 2020; Hagger & McIntyre, 20026; Korthagen, 2004, 2017 ). 

Our Theoretical Approach incorporates:

• six influences on teacher learning and growth identified by Korthagen; 

• the Gateway Induction 5 Pillars; and

• Culturally-Responsive Teaching (CRT) competencies.