The author advises new interns that their success as teachers will depend critically on their ability to manage time--to handle lessons, administrative tasks, counseling, and social activity all within the framework of a 50- to 60-minute class period. (SJL)

Argues that the solution to many of the problems in education may be simple: provide teachers more time for their work by lengthening their contract and allowing them to do their planning and training during the work day (like most professional workers). (SR)

Explains that the lack of preparation of teachers for work in rural areas, the excessive workload, and the poor working and living conditions have greatly impeded efforts of the Soviet Union to recruit and retain quality teachers in rural areas. (HOD)