학술논문

PROFESSIONAL excellence.
Document Type
Article
Source
Knowledge Quest. May/Jun2010, Vol. 38 Issue 5, p12-17. 6p. 1 Color Photograph.
Subject
*TEACHER certification
*CAREER development
*EDUCATIONAL standards
*TEACHING
Language
ISSN
1094-9046
Abstract
The article discusses the advantage and benefits of becoming a National Board Certified Teacher (NBCT) in the U.S. It explains the main goal for establishing the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards (NBPTS) in 1987 and explores the ways in which NBCT can advance one's career. It discusses the two components about the certification process of becoming a NBCT and offers tips that can help for NBCT candidacy. Moreover, the reason for pursuing NBCT is expounded.