| 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 |