This volume presents a summary of the responses of 62 first-year teachers to a seven-page instrument entitled, "An Appraisal of My Preparation as a Teacher at Bowling Green State University." A copy of the instrument is presented. Selected narrative summary comments are made, and following these comments are summary tabular data related to each question or item on the instrument. The questionnaire sought opinions on: (1) placement, experience, and intentions for further academic study; (2) perceived need for and proficiency in selected competencies; (3) where were the competencies developed; (4) miscellaneous items dealing with majors, group, and professional requirements; (5) off campus field experiences; (6) academic and career advising; (7) availability and use of instructional materials; and (8) general reactions and attitudes toward teaching and training received at Bowling Green State University. (JD)