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This chapter introduces and provides an overview of the book; defines the research problem framing the book and articulates the book’s two research questions; defines key terms; discusses selected current issues in networked learning and support for pre-service teachers and early career teachers; explains the book’s focus and structure; and provides an outline of the book.

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Kelly, N., Clarà, M., Kehrwald, B., Danaher, P.A. (2016). Introduction. In: Online Learning Networks for Pre-Service and Early Career Teachers. Palgrave Pivot, London. https://doi.org/10.1057/978-1-137-50302-2_1

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  • DOI: https://doi.org/10.1057/978-1-137-50302-2_1

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