American Association of Colleges for Teacher Education (AACTE)

Sam Houston State University professors recently guided aspiring ESL educators on a study abroad trip to Costa Rica, where students engaged with diverse student populations. The faculty highlighted the importance of international experiences fostering inclusive classroom environments that celebrate all students. https://lnkd.in/eXVYm8yH #GlobalIssues #SpecialEducation #EdPrep

The inaugural National Teacher of the Year (NTOY) State Dinner, recently held at the White House and hosted by First Lady Jill Biden, celebrated NTOY Missy Testerman from Tennessee for her advocacy in education. AACTE Director of Research and Practice Brooke E. reflects on the event, attended by President Joe Biden and other dignitaries, and AACTE's involvement as one of the 16 organizations on the NTOY selection committee. https://lnkd.in/ebJyFkF5 #Advocacy

My colleague Jacqueline King, research, policy and advocacy consultant at American Association of Colleges for Teacher Education (AACTE), shares insight on why the long decline in teacher preparation enrollment may be on the rebound: "What we do know is that there’s been a huge amount of work going on to make educator-preparation programs more accessible to a broader array of students."

Join Dr. Debbie Mercer, Dean of the College of Education at Kansas State University, as she leads the Effective Communication & Navigating Difficult Faculty cohort in AACTE's new Coaching initiative. Discover more as Mercer discusses how to create a culture of open communication and respect as a dean. https://lnkd.in/e7wZ4YU7 #AACTECoaching #EdPrep

Tashal Brown, assistant professor at the University of Rhode Island, has received a $70,000 Spencer Postdoctoral Fellowship grant from the National Academy of Education to research the influence of anti-Blackness in U.S. education. Read more. https://lnkd.in/euf-SwMC #Inclusion #Diversity #Equity

#AACTE Holmes Scholars Program continues to expand with new programs and Scholars throughout the summer. Join AACTE in welcoming Holmes Scholars Lissa Love, MBA, M. Ed. from The University of Nevada-Las Vegas and Christine Marie Turner, M.Ed., NCC and Clarence K. Bumpas, MA, LPCC,NCC,QPR Instructor from Old Dominion University to the community. https://lnkd.in/eGipec29 #Holmes #EdPrep

AACTE Awards Program recognizes excellence in both member institutions and individuals. In identifying notable programs, practices, and activities, the AACTE 2025 Best Practice and Professional Achievement Awards are now accepting entries through September 15. https://lnkd.in/eQKFJnp6 #EdPrep #AACTE25

Special education teachers and advocates are invited to utilize resources to improve student outcomes, implement new strategies, and gain valuable leadership skills. #AACTE collaborates with CEEDAR to offer insights from comprehensive educator preparation programs and educational partners who have excelled in recruiting and preparing candidates to become fully licensed. https://lnkd.in/eCUCXVTR #equity #specialeducation #CEEDARCenter

Join the first #AACTE Holmes Scholars Summer Learning Series webinar, August 6, 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. EST. Explore the benefits of integrating national data into your dissertation. Discover data sets, analysis tools, and research guidelines. Register today! https://lnkd.in/e6Tc2YmH #EdPrep #HolmesScholars

AACTE Awards Program recognizes excellence in both member institutions and individuals. In identifying notable programs, practices, and activities, the AACTE 2025 Best Practice and Professional Achievement Awards are now accepting entries through September 15. Learn more. https://lnkd.in/eQKFJnp6 #AACTE25 #AACTEAwards