/certification-licensing Certification & Licensing en-US 2021 (c) Education Week Tue, 01 Oct 2024 21:22:31 GMT /leadership/schools-cant-find-enough-teachers-a-new-federal-center-aims-to-help/2024/10 The U.S. Department of Education's research agency has launched a new center focused on improving teacher staffing and retention. Tue, 01 Oct 2024 21:22:31 GMT /leadership/schools-cant-find-enough-teachers-a-new-federal-center-aims-to-help/2024/10 /teaching-learning/why-teachers-of-english-learners-with-disabilities-need-specialized-training/2024/06 An expert discusses what comprehensive training works best for teachers working with students who are English learners with disabilities. Tue, 25 Jun 2024 20:29:52 GMT /teaching-learning/why-teachers-of-english-learners-with-disabilities-need-specialized-training/2024/06 /policy-politics/superintendent-vacancies-are-high-is-loosening-requirements-a-good-idea/2024/04 Wisconsin's governor, a former educator, vetoed a bill that would have waived licensure requirements for district leaders. Mon, 22 Apr 2024 20:31:24 GMT /policy-politics/superintendent-vacancies-are-high-is-loosening-requirements-a-good-idea/2024/04 /teaching-learning/what-will-it-take-to-align-teacher-prep-to-the-science-of-reading-california-offers-clues/2024/01 The Golden State is revamping credentials for teaching reading. But some advocates worry it won't go far enough. Tue, 23 Jan 2024 21:17:16 GMT /teaching-learning/what-will-it-take-to-align-teacher-prep-to-the-science-of-reading-california-offers-clues/2024/01 /teaching-learning/most-licensure-tests-are-weak-measures-of-teachers-science-of-reading-knowledge/2023/11 Fewer than half of states use a strong test, according to a new analysis from the National Council on Teacher Quality. Tue, 07 Nov 2023 05:02:00 GMT /teaching-learning/most-licensure-tests-are-weak-measures-of-teachers-science-of-reading-knowledge/2023/11 /teaching-learning/teachers-from-online-only-prep-programs-hinder-student-achievement-report-finds They are also 2.5 times more likely to leave the profession than other teachers. Tue, 10 Oct 2023 21:27:46 GMT /teaching-learning/teachers-from-online-only-prep-programs-hinder-student-achievement-report-finds /teaching-learning/the-interstate-teacher-mobility-compact-is-now-in-effect-heres-what-that-means/2023/07 The agreement to remove licensing red tape when moving to another state is now live with 10 states on board. Mon, 10 Jul 2023 21:18:05 GMT /teaching-learning/the-interstate-teacher-mobility-compact-is-now-in-effect-heres-what-that-means/2023/07 /teaching-learning/it-could-get-a-whole-lot-easier-to-teach-in-a-different-state/2023/03 The Interstate Teacher Mobility Compact would grant full licensing reciprocity to incoming teachers who move to a participating state. Mon, 27 Mar 2023 17:54:02 GMT /teaching-learning/it-could-get-a-whole-lot-easier-to-teach-in-a-different-state/2023/03 /leadership/states-are-making-it-easier-to-become-substitute-teachers/2023/02 But some question whether that's a good idea. Thu, 09 Feb 2023 21:09:02 GMT /leadership/states-are-making-it-easier-to-become-substitute-teachers/2023/02 /policy-politics/districts-are-spending-more-per-student-heres-how-to-make-sure-all-of-them-benefit/2022/11 New studies suggest ways education leaders can make budgets bigger and more equitable. Tue, 29 Nov 2022 23:06:01 GMT /policy-politics/districts-are-spending-more-per-student-heres-how-to-make-sure-all-of-them-benefit/2022/11 /teaching-learning/with-their-licenses-in-jeopardy-florida-teachers-unsure-how-the-dont-say-gay-law-will-be-applied/2022/10 A new rule could strip teachers of their licenses if they run afoul of the law. Teachers want to know what that entails. Thu, 27 Oct 2022 21:12:50 GMT /teaching-learning/with-their-licenses-in-jeopardy-florida-teachers-unsure-how-the-dont-say-gay-law-will-be-applied/2022/10 /teaching-learning/states-are-desperate-for-special-ed-teachers-but-they-cant-cut-corners-to-get-them/2022/10 The Education Department warns states not to lower standards, even as districts frantically search for skilled special educators. Tue, 25 Oct 2022 21:32:41 GMT /teaching-learning/states-are-desperate-for-special-ed-teachers-but-they-cant-cut-corners-to-get-them/2022/10 /leadership/5-strategies-states-are-using-to-fill-teacher-shortages/2022/10 After months of scrambling, states have settled on a handful of practices. But experts say some could weaken the quality of teaching. Mon, 17 Oct 2022 20:36:37 GMT /leadership/5-strategies-states-are-using-to-fill-teacher-shortages/2022/10 /teaching-learning/florida-teachers-could-lose-their-licenses-under-new-rule-tied-to-dont-say-gay-law/2022/10 A proposed rule could strip teachers' licenses if they teach about gender identity or sexuality to K-3 students. Fri, 14 Oct 2022 21:05:59 GMT /teaching-learning/florida-teachers-could-lose-their-licenses-under-new-rule-tied-to-dont-say-gay-law/2022/10 /leadership/a-teacher-at-50-inside-the-struggle-to-rebuild-americas-black-teaching-workforce/2022/10 A suburban Chicago school district was desperate to hire more teachers of color and root out racism. Enter DarLisa Himrod. Tue, 11 Oct 2022 21:32:24 GMT /leadership/a-teacher-at-50-inside-the-struggle-to-rebuild-americas-black-teaching-workforce/2022/10 /teaching-learning/states-crack-open-the-door-to-teachers-without-college-degrees/2022/08 Citing vacancies, Florida now permits military veterans without a degree to teach, and Arizona will allow educators still in college. Tue, 02 Aug 2022 21:01:46 GMT /teaching-learning/states-crack-open-the-door-to-teachers-without-college-degrees/2022/08 /leadership/tackling-the-school-staffing-crisis Modifying schedules, expanding the use of contractors and emergency certified teachers, and other tactics schools are trying. Wed, 29 Jun 2022 16:28:28 GMT /leadership/tackling-the-school-staffing-crisis /leadership/emergency-certified-teachers-are-they-a-viable-solution-to-shortages/2022/06 Emergency teachers are in bigger demand than ever. Can states and districts make smarter use of them? Wed, 29 Jun 2022 16:28:06 GMT /leadership/emergency-certified-teachers-are-they-a-viable-solution-to-shortages/2022/06 /teaching-learning/states-relax-teacher-certification-rules-to-combat-shortages/2022/06 Faced with an uneven supply of teaching talent, states are lowering the bar on some licensing hoops. Tue, 28 Jun 2022 19:59:15 GMT /teaching-learning/states-relax-teacher-certification-rules-to-combat-shortages/2022/06 /teaching-learning/alternative-certification-programs-are-booming-but-candidates-arent-finishing/2022/06 These non-university-based programs enroll more teachers of color and tend to be cheaper, but quality control remains a concern. Wed, 08 Jun 2022 00:40:00 GMT /teaching-learning/alternative-certification-programs-are-booming-but-candidates-arent-finishing/2022/06 /teaching-learning/brown-v-board-decimated-the-black-educator-pipeline-a-scholar-explains-how/2022/05 A new book digs into a lesser-known and negative consequence of one of the nation's most significant civil rights milestones. Mon, 16 May 2022 21:14:29 GMT /teaching-learning/brown-v-board-decimated-the-black-educator-pipeline-a-scholar-explains-how/2022/05 /leadership/4-changes-schools-can-make-to-recruit-teachers-of-color-and-keep-them-around/2021/12 America鈥檚 K-12 teaching force today remains predominantly white in stark contrast to its rapidly diversifying student body. Tue, 07 Dec 2021 21:27:22 GMT /leadership/4-changes-schools-can-make-to-recruit-teachers-of-color-and-keep-them-around/2021/12 /teaching-learning/relocating-for-a-teaching-job-what-to-know-before-you-take-the-gig/2021/07 Double check the cost of living, assess the cultural fit, review teacher licensing rules, and see how you can become part of the community. Wed, 21 Jul 2021 21:04:27 GMT /teaching-learning/relocating-for-a-teaching-job-what-to-know-before-you-take-the-gig/2021/07 /teaching-learning/first-time-pass-rates-on-teacher-licensure-exams-were-secret-until-now-see-the-data/2021/07 The National Council on Teacher Quality published first-time pass rate data on teacher licensing tests, which had been hidden for years. Wed, 21 Jul 2021 04:01:22 GMT /teaching-learning/first-time-pass-rates-on-teacher-licensure-exams-were-secret-until-now-see-the-data/2021/07 /teaching-learning/most-states-fail-to-measure-teachers-knowledge-of-the-science-of-reading-report-says/2021/03 The majority of states don鈥檛 evaluate whether prospective teachers know how to teach reading effectively, a new analysis finds. Tue, 23 Mar 2021 21:27:40 GMT /teaching-learning/most-states-fail-to-measure-teachers-knowledge-of-the-science-of-reading-report-says/2021/03 /teaching-learning/georgia-eliminates-the-edtpa-requirement-for-teacher-candidates/2020/06 "It has become clear over time that [the edTPA] caused unintended barriers and burdens for teachers entering the profession," Georgia's state superintendent said. Fri, 12 Jun 2020 20:42:47 GMT /teaching-learning/georgia-eliminates-the-edtpa-requirement-for-teacher-candidates/2020/06 /teaching-learning/teacher-candidates-will-be-able-to-take-the-praxis-certification-test-at-home/2020/04 States and testing vendors are trying to find solutions for teacher-candidates to get certified in order to prevent a disruption to the teacher pipeline. Wed, 15 Apr 2020 20:21:09 GMT /teaching-learning/teacher-candidates-will-be-able-to-take-the-praxis-certification-test-at-home/2020/04 /teaching-learning/teachers-in-these-states-have-to-pass-a-rigorous-test-on-science-of-reading/2020/03 Only 19 states require aspiring teachers to pass a test that shows they've mastered research-based methods for teaching children to read. Tue, 03 Mar 2020 23:15:02 GMT /teaching-learning/teachers-in-these-states-have-to-pass-a-rigorous-test-on-science-of-reading/2020/03 /teaching-learning/tennessee-seeks-new-teacher-principal-requirements-in-science-of-reading/2020/02 The Tennessee department of education is proposing unsually comprehensive legislation that will require all current and new K-3 teachers, and those who train them, to know evidence-based reading instruction. Tue, 04 Feb 2020 00:00:26 GMT /teaching-learning/tennessee-seeks-new-teacher-principal-requirements-in-science-of-reading/2020/02