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Program Coordinator:
Connie Guerrero, M.Ed.
E-mail :
connieg@ite.net
Goal 1: To increase the quality of
teacher preparation at the University of Guam.
Objective 1:
To revise Guam’s Initial Certification Standards for initial
certification and align them with teacher preparation programs.
Outcome:
By August 2006, Guam will adopt and implement certification
standards that are standards-based and will facilitate the
re-design of teacher preparation programs to align with the
standards.
Measure:
Certification standards published in board policy and on GPSS
website.
Objective 2:
GPSS will develop standards for review and approval of teacher
preparation programs based on research-based practices, and
thereby, increase student achievement.
Outcome:
By September 2006, GPSS will implement a standards-based review
and approval process for teacher preparation programs.
Measure:
Teacher preparation programs reviewed using revised approval
process.
Goal 2: To develop and implement high-quality alternate routes
(AR) for initial certification designed for individuals that
already have a degree and want to prepare to teach, thereby
ensuring student achievement.
Objective 1:
To research alternate route programs for post-graduate
certification in teaching.
Outcome:
Research results used to create AR standards for pre-service
teachers.
Measure:
Use of Alternate Route standards for Alternate Route option for
pre-service.
Objective 2:
To develop an alternate route option for post-graduate
certification in teaching.
Outcome:
By August 2007, an Alternate Route Program will be available to
non-traditional pre-service students.
Measure:
The number of students enrolled in the Alternate Route Program.
Goal 3: To ensure continuous progress in enhancing teacher quality
in the GPSS by promoting ongoing stakeholder involvement through
structured opportunities for dialogue relevant to reform issues.
Objective 1:
To establish a group to serve as the vehicle for obtaining
feedback on the Project.
Outcome:
Stakeholder group established to provide update and feedback on
Project.
Measure:
Governor’s Commission on Teaching Excellence selected as
stakeholder group and determination of meeting schedule.
Objective 2:
To update and disseminate information on the progress for
enhancing teacher quality that results in student achievement.
Outcome:
By December 2005, Guam will have created structural opportunities
for ongoing dialogue and collaborative work among stakeholders to
enhance teacher quality.
Measure:
Annual reports, activities posted on the website, Commission
meetings, research paper.
Focus Group Meetings:
For meeting dates and information, please visit our
Calendar.
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