The document provides an overview of Illinois' induction program continuum, which was developed to help design, implement, and improve induction programs for new teachers. It outlines the history and development of the program standards and continuum from 2006-2009. The continuum is intended to provide a common language for discussing program development and improvement, and to help programs set goals and plan for growth. It is meant to be used as a formative rather than summative assessment tool.