Why do some certification programs at Furman require an extra term after graduation?
A growing body of evidence indicates that teachers who lack adequate initial preparation, strong induction (first-year) support, and mentoring in the first years of teaching are more likely to leave the profession. The extended program offers Furman opportunities to provide additional preparation in the areas of school culture, assessment, and the integration of technology in instruction. The mentoring program during the fifth year has been found to improve feelings of efficacy, instructional skills, and dispositions. Furman’s rate of beginning teacher retention exceeds 94% in the first several years of teaching. Back to top I heard that Furman getting NCATE certification means you can teach in 40 states. Does that mean that after my fifth year I can go right to another state (if it’s one of the 40) and start teaching? Also, could you tell me which states are and aren’t on the list? Unfortunately, the terminology is confusing. There is a difference between “certification” and “accredit
