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Teacher Educators: Strong Clinical Preparation is Imperative to Improve Schools, Boost Teacher Quality

June 17, 2010
Press Releases & Statements

AACTE Leaders Call for Extensive Clinical Experience for All Prospective Teachers, Release Compendium of Rigorous Clinical Teacher Prep Programs

WASHINGTON, DC (June 17, 2010) – More than 200 teacher educators from across the country gathered in Washington, DC today, highlighting the importance of high-quality teacher preparation programs as critical to the nation’s commitment to K-12 school improvement and enhanced achievement for all students.