A | B |
Reverend Samuel Hall | established first school of education in the U.S. |
Horace Mann | associated with the first state-supported normal school |
normal school | generally a two-year teacher education program |
A Nation Prepared | emphasized graduate preparation for teachers |
alternative licensure | controversial on-the-job training |
placement folder | helpful in job seeking, maintained by university |
pedagogy | the science of teaching |
portfolio | helpful in job seeking, maintained by applicant |
networking | making connections with individuals who can help in finding positions or gaining professional advancement |
National Board for Professional Teaching Standards | assesses and certifies outstanding teachers |