TITLE

Alternative Programs Leading to Initial Educator Licensing

HISTORY

Under new rules promulgated in 2000, the state superintendent could approve alternative programs that lead to initial educator licensing, beginning in 2001. Some pilot programs are underway.

MOTIVATION

In order to address shortages and provide accelerated, performance-based programs to non-traditional students, new rules were promulgated, which allow colleges and universities, agencies, school districts, and others to develop alternative programs.

These programs are required to have students demonstrate proficiency in Wisconsin's teaching standards, in order to be recommended for the Initial Educator License.

GRADE LEVELS AND/OR SUBJECT AREA(S) COVERED

Depends on the individual program.

WHO OPERATES

Not limited.

REQUIREMENTS TO ENTER

Defined by the individual program.

PROGRAM DESCRIPTION

Varies from program to program.

Programs submitted for approval must include the following

Components to assure program completers are proficient in the Wisconsin standards

1. Need, Mission Philosophy of Program
2. Goals and Objectives
3. Resources Statement
4. Instructional Design
5. Student Admission Criteria
6. Student Assessment and Program Completion Requirements
7. Program Evaluation Plan

NUMBER OF CREDIT HOURS TO COMPLETE

Dependent on a candidate's background and the individual program.

WHO EVALUATES

Program provider.

LENGTH OF TIME

Dependent on individual program.

OTHER

A partial list of the programs is available online on the Web site at: http://www.dpi.state.wi.us/dlsis/fel/altern.html