Improvements to the Illinois Certification System: An Annual Report

This report is submitted in compliance with 105 ILCS 5/21-1a. The law states: The State Board shall report to the Illinois General Assembly and the Governor with recommendations for further changes and improvements in the teacher certification system no later than January 1, 1999, and on an annual basis until January 1, 2001. This report details efforts made by the State Board of Education to ensure a quality educator in every classroom. Reforms in teacher training that are part of the new Teaching Certificate renewal system are highlighted in the report as well as updates on accountability measures for teacher training institutions and program graduates. Information on a proposed induction and mentoring system also is included in the report.