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Getting It Right Executive Summary
This informative guide will serve as a much-needed resource for states and districts as they develop their own teacher evaluation and support systems.
Julius Corsini Case Study
Read how one school in California turned their school around using Take One!
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Profiles in Excellence - Montgomery Co., MD
This profile of Montgomery County Public Schools offers an example of how school leaders can purposefully leverage National Board programs across an entire district.
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Profiles in Excellence - Wyoming
Creating a statewide initiative to increase the number of NBCTs in Wyoming, a vast state with just over a half-million people, required many things—private-public partnerships, the development of an extensive support network for candidates, and a statewide coalition of stakeholders. It also required a reliable car.
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Washington Case Study Executive Summary
In 1998, Washington State had 51,512 classroom teachers, but only 29 of them were National Board Certified Teachers (NBCTs). By 2009, the number of NBCTs in Washington had grown to 3,975—5th in the nation in total numbers, and 2nd in the nation in new teachers certifying that year. The state’s successful strategy for increasing the number of NBCTs year by year is a good story, but what happens after teachers achieve certification is an even better one.
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Washington Case Study - Full Report
In 1998, Washington State had 51,512 classroom teachers, but only 29 of them were National Board Certified Teachers (NBCTs). By 2009, the number of NBCTs in Washington had grown to 3,975—5th in the nation in total numbers, and 2nd in the nation in new teachers certifying that year. The state’s successful strategy for increasing the number of NBCTs year by year is a good story, but what happens after teachers achieve certification is an even better one.
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2012 Guide to National Board Certification
The Guide to National Board Certification introduces the assessment process and provides useful information regarding National Board Certification® and the Take One!® professional development kit.
National Board Certification for Principals
Download the latest information on the upcoming National Board Certification for Principals or view the online version.
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Chicago Public Schools Case Study
A case study on the impact of National Board Certification in Chicago Public Schools.
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NBPTS Research Pocket Card
A foldable, pocket-sized information piece with highlights of the research on the effects of National Board Certification. (PDF - 141kb)
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Voices of Influence
This report reflects presentations, discussions, and follow-up interviews involving participants in the conference, 20/20: Clarifying a Vision for Quality Teaching, held October 22-24, 2007, at the Johnson Foundation Wingspread Conference Center in Racine, Wis.
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Every Child Deserves a Great Teacher ...
Students and schools benefit from the National Board Certification process and National Board Certified Teachers. NBCTs are recognized as the most accomplished teachers in their schools, districts, states and nationwide. (PDF - 895kb)
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A Research Guide on National Board Certification of Teachers
This guide summarizes a variety of research about National Board Certification and student achievement. (PDF - 291kb)
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What Teachers Should Know & Be Able to Do
Learn more about the NBPTS 5 Core Propositions. (PDF - 104kb)
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Measuring What Matters: The Effects of National Board Certification on Advancing 21st Century Teaching and Learning
The Center for Teaching Quality (CTQ) and the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards (NBPTS) commissioned a diverse group of 10 NBCTs from across the nation to consider the positive impact of National Board Certification® on students and the teaching profession. The resulting report directs recommendations primarily to researchers, policymakers and NBPTS. Read the executive summary.
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Ed Week Commentary: Toward the 'Highly Qualified' Principal
Congress should consider supporting proposals that set higher standards for principals and school leaders. (PDF - 647KB)
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Moving Education Forward
Read examples of how each of the 5 Core Propositions is tied to research on expert teaching and student learning. (PDF - 1.1mb)
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How many NBCTs are in Your State?
View the most recent NBCT statistics for the 50 states and the District of Columbia. (PDF - 154kb)
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NBPTS Initial Thoughts on the Reauthorization of NCLB
In collaboration with the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards and other national education organizations, the Washington, D.C.-based Center on Education Policy (CEP) recently issued principles to guide the reauthorization of the No Child Left Behind and Higher Education Acts. (PDF - 153kb)
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Education Week: NBPTS Expands Credentialing in High-Need Districts
The National Board continues to encourage board-certified teachers to teach in high-need schools. (PDF - 372kb)
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Getting It Right Full Report
This informative guide will serve as a much-needed resource for states and districts as they develop their own teacher evaluation and support systems.
NBPTS Take One! Brochure
NEW! - Learn about Take One! and how it transforms schools into learning communities.
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