A national, mandatory, and standardized certification system for teacher educators is recommended. Initial certification requirements would include: (1) a doctorate in education; (2) completion of a minimum of three years successful teaching experience at elementary or secondary school level; and (3) an acceptable score on a standardized test of…

A discussion of the trend to employ students without pedagogical preparation in teaching positions for brief periods of time is offered in this article. Reasons for the short-term professional emphasis and weaknesses with this position are identified. Alternative directions for education are recommended. (DF)

In the third of four articles concentrating on six basic weaknesses in campus-based teacher education programs, the problems of inadequate research and development activities and ineffective admissions standards are discussed. (CJ)

This article, the last in a series dealing with deficiencies in teacher education programs, analyzes methods and criteria used in program accreditation and requirements for certifying teachers. Inconsistencies and inadequacies are pointed out, and recommendations are made for upgrading accreditation and for basing certification on demonstrated…