Strong Academic Background

· Especially in math, science and technology
· Collaboration with arts and sciences
· Related to K-12 student standards/assessments
· Related to teacher certification assessments

School-Based Professional Preparation

· Extensive internships (100 days across two consecutive semesters)
· Professional Development Schools
· Experiences with diverse populations
· Continuing professional development

Performance Assessment

· Based on state/national standards
· Multiple measures
· Authentic
· Ongoing
· Engages higher education and school system personnel

Linkage with K-12 Priorities (examples)

· MSPAP, Maryland Learning Outcomes, Core Learning Goals, etc.
· Reading
· Special education inclusion
· Use of technology
· Multicultural issues
· Continuing professional development
· Teacher recruitment and retention, with multiple pathways to teaching