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Hello all -

I hope that everyone is having a great day today. I am
currently working in the corporate world and have for a
number of years. I would like to get my teaching
certificate and have a couple questions. I am considering
Western Governor's University (accredited by NCATE) so I
could continue to work while completing classes online.
They also require student teaching as well. I have e-
mailed a couple school districts around the area, but
haven't heard back yet. What are your personal thoughts on
this?

Thanks so much,
Jennnie
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I take it that you mean you have emailed the schools about
student teaching. Most teaching programs do the placements
for the students, thus the schools may be overlooking your
emails (perhaps thinking you to be an overzealous student or
something). I would suggest talking to whomever your adviser
is through ...See More
Apr 1, 2008
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I haven't heard of the university that you mentioned. Just
to be sure that it can be used for Missouri certification, I
would check the Department of Elementary and Secondary
Education web site to be sure. There are some online
programs from Mizzou, also... the web site is MU direct.
Good luck to you.
Apr 1, 2008
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Jennie,

The ABCTE certification route is currently in legislation and
is also working its way through the state board of education.
ABCTE's program is geared towards career changes and the
preparation program is home-based. We are hoping to see the
certification accepted in Missouri in the next couple ...See More
Apr 15, 2008


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