1. Accreditation & Quality Issues for New Teacher Talent: A Search for Higher Groundby
Sharon P. Robinson
President and CEO
American Association of Colleges for Teacher Education
SMHC National Conference
November 18, 2009

2. New Rules
Rule #1:
Candidates in training are neither “Teachers of Record” nor “Highly Qualified”

3. New Rules
Rule #2:
All programs must provide rich and rigorous clinical development
Statement from “Creating and Sustaining Urban Teacher Residencies…” Aspen Institute and CTQ, August 2008, pg. 8.
“Research has shown that well-prepared novices with intensively supervised clinical experience are more likely to stay in teaching longer than those who enter the profession through programs with limited clinical experience.”[1]
[1] NCTAF (2003). No Dream Denied. Washington, DC: Author; and Fuller, E. (2008). Teacher Preparation Programs in Texas: Policy Recommendations to Improve Practice. Paper presented to the Texas State Board for Educator Certification. May 9. Austin, TX.

4. New Rules
Rule #3:
All programs must document candidates’ essential skills through valid performance assessments

5. New Rules
Rule #4:
All programs must contribute to data systems that permit:
evaluation of program impact on student learning
Productivity based on market demands

6. New Rules
Rule #5:
All programs must be accredited based these rules and other standards deemed appropriate for the interests of students –
From Day One