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Prospective teachers who have passed the basic skills test (CBEST) and subject matter test (CSET) can qualify for a preliminary teaching credential by taking a year’s worth of courses and passing a performance assessment at one of 261 accredited teacher preparation programs. They then have five years to obtain a full or “clear” credential.
April 25, 2018

Despite progress, California's teaching force far from reflecting diversity of students

In some cases, the diversity gap between teachers and students in California has widened.

Louis Freedberg
April 24, 2018

Rural schools find ways to bring science innovations closer to home

Mobile science labs, Skype lessons with scientists and robotics workshops are among the offerings at some remote schools.

Carolyn Jones
March 28, 2018

New Teacher Center releases standards to support beginning teachers

Standards focus on equity and achievement gap, teacher retention and leadership, academic standards, coaching, and school climate.

Theresa Harrington
February 7, 2018

Trump's proposed cuts to science education would be 'devastating,' educators say

NASA, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration and teacher training grants face more than $3 billion in cuts as Congress debates 2018 budget.

Carolyn Jones
January 21, 2018

New science standards a boon for the littlest learners

Hands-on science projects emphasized in California's new science standards are a hit with K-2 students, teachers say.

Carolyn Jones
January 11, 2018

Funding, teacher training top educators' wish lists for science education in 2018

High-quality training in the new science standards needs to be a priority for districts in 2018, some leading educators say.

Carolyn Jones
December 21, 2017

Male teachers provide important role models

Our society should celebrate and respect male teachers in the same way we idolize sports figures and celebrities.

Josh Brown
December 19, 2017

Creating a culture of coaching to support teachers in every school

Instructional coaching, peer feedback, and strategic use of technology can help administrators build an ecosystem of support that keeps high-achieving teachers in the classroom.

Michael Moody
December 14, 2017

Webinar series focuses on the world's best in education to empower educators

Webinar series looks at teacher recruitment and preparation, professional learning, appraisal and feedback, and career ladders in top-performing countries and U.S.

Theresa Harrington
December 12, 2017

Big changes in requirements to become a special education teacher in California

Special education teachers will again be qualified to teach in general education classrooms.

John Fensterwald
December 10, 2017

How one California school district is leading the way on new science standards

Torrance Unified has trained nearly all its teachers and introduced Next Generation Science Standards to all 24,000 students

Carolyn Jones
December 4, 2017

Coding lessons take spotlight this week across California and beyond

Computer Science Education Week part of a broad effort to prepare young people for jobs and diversify the tech field.

Carolyn Jones
October 30, 2017

High hopes but few details for Trump's $200 million STEM pledge

Computer science programs expected to be a priority for Department of Education grants

Carolyn Jones
October 26, 2017

Charter school prepares teachers to personalize learning for every student 

Summit Public Schools creates the first teacher residency training program for personalized learning.

George White
October 25, 2017

California gubernatorial candidates take on — or don't — the issue of teacher tenure

Only former L.A. mayor Antonio Villaraigosa commits to taking on teacher tenure and seniority laws if elected governor. Lt. Gov. Gavin Newsom says "crisis" of demoralized teachers is a more important issue.

Louis Freedberg