Teacher and Paraprofessionals Quality

This KnowledgeBase archive includes content and external links that were accurate and relevant as of September 30, 2019.

This resource provides external links to presentations on teacher and paraprofessional qualifications presented at the First Annual Student Achievement and School Accountability Conference: Using Title I Programs as a Model for Reform sponsored by the U.S. Department of Education in October 2002.

Highly Qualified Teachers

The presentation summarizes the Title I provisions defining "Highly Qualified Teachers" and the Title II provisions for improving teacher quality.

Strategies for Improving Teacher Quality

The presentation summarizes the strategies aimed at improving teacher professional development. The critical elements being professional development must be scientifically based and focused on improving the instructional abilities of teachers with the resultant impact of improving student academic achievement.

Highly Qualified Paraprofessionals

The presentation summarizes the qualifications for paraprofessionals under the No Child Left Behind Act and the timeline for implementation.

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U.S. Department of Education

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