STARTALK INFRASTRUCTURE INITIATIVE11:00 AM – 12:00
MAY 9, 2015
STARTALK SPRING CONFERENCEDENVER, COLORADO
AGENDA• Challenges in Language Certification
• Process of Making Credentialing easy
• Demo
• Feedback – Q&A
INTEREST IN K-12 TEACHING CERTIFICATION? “YES” BUT .. SURVEY SAYS..
0% 5% 10% 15% 20% 25% 30%
Other reasons
Unable to fulfill math requirements
Unable to fulfill English requirements
Don't know if test scores will be accepted
Don't know if certification exists for state
Employment requires certification
Not enough funds for TEP
Not enough time for TEP
Intimidated by State Requirements
9%
2%
2%
7%
7%
9%
16%
21%
26%
YesSource: CLASSRoad survey August 2014
93 Responses: Arabic, Chinese, French, German, Hindi, Italian, Japanese, Russian, Spanish, Urdu
WHAT DO TEACHERS WANT .. SURVEY SAYS ..
0% 5% 10% 15% 20% 25%
Teaching Resources, etc
Financial Aid
Professional Development
Job Info
Step-by-Step Guide
State Agencies Info
Alternative Route Info
Source: CLASSRoad survey August 2014
93 Responses: Arabic, Chinese, French, German, Hindi, Italian, Japanese, Russian, Spanish, Urdu
CHALLENGES
Complex Process
Time & Commitment
Finding Alternative Programs
Basic Skills Proficiency
(English/Math/Etc) Cost
Complicated Vocabulary“I don’t understand all the regulations.”
State credential laws change“I need to have simple direct steps on how to
apply”
Requirements differ state to state“Accurate information needed.”
PROCESS OF MAKING CREDENTIALING EASY
• Standardize Information• Research Credentialing Routes• Present Information
• Map Certification Programs• Provide Basic Skills Resources (English, Math, etc.)• Build a Community of Teachers seeking Credentialing
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• Content Language (Exam/Course Support)• Develop Online Courses• Provide one-on-one Support
TEACHING CREDENTIAL ROUTES IN THE U.S.
Language RoutesMandarin 250+Russian 220+Arabic 180+Hindi 140+Portuguese 140+Turkish 140+Urdu 120+Swahili 70+Native American Languages 35+