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CarolinaCAP Year One Quarter Four Report

CarolinaCAP is a non-degree program leading to full licensure for candidates in partner districts with with the goal to create a high-quality alternative pathway into teaching that marries the…

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Spurring Innovation Through Collaboration in Rural South Carolina

As South Carolina’s flagship institution, the University of South Carolina’s College of Education is committed to meeting the needs of communities across the state. With 20% of schools classified as…

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Mira Education : Inspired by the power of education

For 20 years, Mira Education has led efforts to improve public education, drawing from the expertise and insights of experienced educators. We have worked with thousands of teachers, administrators,…

Infographic titled Alternative Certification in Higher Education: New Initiatives in South Carolina with five illustrated recommendations to improve teacher certification, including increasing diversity, financial support, mandates, policy reviews, and retention.

Alternative Certification in Higher Education

The 2018-19 school year began as the previous year with classrooms nationwide without certified teachers. In South Carolina, there were approximately 621 vacancies compared to 500 just one year ago…