Ruth L. Pagerey, Ed.D. University at Albany, SUNY TEAC Annual Meeting February 23, 2011 San Diego, California

“…[TEAC’s] primary work is to assure the public about the quality of these professional programs. It provides this assurance through a system of accreditation that examines and verifies the evidence institutions of higher education have for their claim that they prepare competent, caring, and qualified educators.” “Brief Overview and Update of the Teacher Education Accreditation Council” 2/23/02

TEAC’s Process Principles

TEAC Quality Principles Align with CAEP Standards and Processes

How can we maintain the integrity of the TEAC process?

Develop a culture of inquiry

Faculty NMnSDNMnSDNMnSD My students can effectively use technology in the classroom Graduates NMnSDNMnSDNMnSD I developed the ability to effectively use technology in the classroom Alumni NMnSDNMnSDNMnSD As a result of the program, I effectively use technology in my classroom

Develop a culture of inquiry

Maintain your quality control system

Review claims periodically

Communicate