Competency-Based Apprenticeship Models & Alternative Assessments in Teacher Preparation Programs
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| Title: | Competency-Based Apprenticeship Models & Alternative Assessments in Teacher Preparation Programs |
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| Language: | English |
| Authors: | Caroline D. Millen |
| Source: | Pennsylvania Teacher Educator. 2025 24(1):53-61. |
| Availability: | Pennsylvania Association of Colleges and Teacher Educators. c/o Jason Hilton, Slippery Rock University, 1 Morrow Way, Slippery Rock, PA 16057. Tel: 717-516-9983; Web site: https://www.pac-te.org/i4a/pages/index.cfm?pageid=3403 |
| Peer Reviewed: | Y |
| Page Count: | 9 |
| Publication Date: | 2025 |
| Document Type: | Journal Articles Reports - Descriptive |
| Education Level: | Higher Education Postsecondary Education |
| Descriptors: | Competency Based Teacher Education, Apprenticeships, Alternative Assessment, Preservice Teacher Education, Alternative Teacher Certification, Teacher Shortage, Teacher Education Programs, Program Effectiveness |
| ISSN: | 1547-1047 2993-8872 |
| Abstract: | The traditional teacher preparation model and traditional assessments are outdated, necessitating flexible and accelerated pathways to address declining enrollment and educator shortages. Apprenticeships and competency-based education offer viable alternatives, emphasizing skill attainment over traditional timelines. Effective alternative certification programs require structured support to ensure teacher retention and preparedness, addressing critical gaps in education. Through a review of traditional and alternative certification pathways, key terminology is defined, current literature is reviewed, and practical, research-based solutions are proposed. |
| Abstractor: | As Provided |
| Entry Date: | 2025 |
| Accession Number: | EJ1489542 |
| Database: | ERIC |
| Abstract: | The traditional teacher preparation model and traditional assessments are outdated, necessitating flexible and accelerated pathways to address declining enrollment and educator shortages. Apprenticeships and competency-based education offer viable alternatives, emphasizing skill attainment over traditional timelines. Effective alternative certification programs require structured support to ensure teacher retention and preparedness, addressing critical gaps in education. Through a review of traditional and alternative certification pathways, key terminology is defined, current literature is reviewed, and practical, research-based solutions are proposed. |
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| ISSN: | 1547-1047 2993-8872 |
