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Mikulecky, Marga; Shkodriani, Gina; Wilner, Abby – Education Commission of the States, 2004
"Alternative certification" is a general term for nontraditional avenues that lead to teacher licensure. Alternative teacher certification programs (ACPs) are generally geared toward aspiring teachers who already have a baccalaureate degree but who require additional education methods coursework and classroom experience. Such programs vary in…
Descriptors: Teacher Shortage, Alternative Teacher Certification, Diversity (Faculty), Minority Group Teachers
Shkodriani, Gina – Education Commission of the States, 2004
There is growing consensus among education reformers that professional development is at the center of education reform and instructional improvement. Teachers need to keep up with the changes in their subject field and developments in current practices and policies. Community colleges can meet the needs of new professional development strategies…
Descriptors: Community Colleges, Faculty Development, College Role, Teacher Improvement