More teacher prep information is on the way

Joining a handful of states, Michigan will soon hold teacher prep programs more accountable for their graduates

Beyond the headlines: The cost of on-the-job training

Mathematica's recent TFA study suggests taking courses while teaching may sap teacher effectiveness

Is teaching drawing in more talent?

Two recent reports shed light on the academic qualifications of new teachers

Keeping up with. . . Botswana?

Crunching the numbers on elementary and middle school teacher prep in math...From Botswana to the US--and 15 other countries in-between

#EduGeekCostumes

A twitter conversation that we just couldn't ignore. Scary or nerdy? You tell us.

New from NCTQ: Are states connecting the dots between teacher evaluations and other key policies?

In a new paper released today, NCTQ takes a closer look at the state of the states on teacher evaluations.

Teacher Takeaways

Teachers share their insights from the TAG retreat

Reviewing the Review (and other types of teacher prep evaluation)

The National Academy of Education asks seven questions of teacher prep evaluators -- but what answers can it provide?

Putting on my teacher hat

Teachers aren't cogs

Learning from teachers

Reflecting on our weekend with NCTQ's Teacher Advisory Group

The Gray Lady takes up teacher prep

The hottest topic on the NY Times' opinion pages.

What influences social status of teachers?

An international survey ranks countries by their perception of the teaching profession - with some surprising results.

Is IMPACT having an impact?

A recent study finds that the comprehensive evaluation system has been key in producing substantial improvements in teacher performance, identifying...

Do we have a deal?

Washington is ready for a deal today (fingers crossed), and, as it turns out, so is Philadelphia.

A later start to a better day

As a high school teacher in Montgomery County, I've longed for a later wake-up call for both personal and professional...