June 19, 2013
Local News
The News Journal
New teachers not prepared, report says
The National Council on Teacher Quality report released Tuesday described the nation’s teacher preparation system as “an industry of mediocrity” and called on policymakers to make changes in the higher education system. Nationally, very few programs rated highly on the...
Pushing the Needle on Teacher Prep
Back in January, Governor Markell delivered his State of the State and called the legislature to action on strengthening the preparation of teachers in Delaware. The bill moved through the State Senate and the House, with endorsing testimony from the Delaware State Education Association (DSEA). Last week, the Governor signed this bill into...
June 18, 2013
Local News
The News Journal
National group lauds education innovations in Delaware
While legislators spar over controversial bills aimed at improving Delaware’s education system, the state is earning notice for programs it is quietly implementing in classrooms. The Education Commission of the States awarded Delaware its Frank Newman Award for...