A Guide to College Programs in Teacher Preparation

Over the next 10 years, 2 million new teachers will be needed to alleviate the dire shortage of accredited teachers that the U.S. is experiencing. Simultaneously, many states are raising their licensing standards in an effort to raise the level and quality of education. This new book, destined to become the guide to teacher preparation, brings together crucial information on the 600 NCATE (National Council for Accreditation in Teacher Education)-accredited colleges and universities throughout the United States -- which have the best programs in the country. Well organized and easy to use, this essential guide provides vital information about each of the accredited institutions -- from tuition, enrollment, and degree data to descriptions of a program's history, philosophy, and note-worthy features. It also notes the level of accreditation (basic or advanced) and whether particular programs meet the standards set by affiliated professional associations (such as the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics)