Knowledge is key to turning students into teachers. So is experience. At Northern, you’ll receive training and hands-on experience using the latest in classroom technology. High-quality instruction is coupled with hands-on opportunities for internships, lab experiences and service to the community.
The School of Education also partners with the nearby South Dakota School for the Blind and Visually Impaired (SDSBVI ) for numerous educational opportunities. This unique partnership will expand even further thanks to the Educational Impact Campaign, resulting in projects including a brand-new SDSBVI facility. Read more here!
The School of Education - along with the School of Business - is part of Northern's College of Professional Studies, the mission of which is to prepare students for professional careers.
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The Millicent Atkins School of Education is proud of its rich heritage of community engagement and involvement.
June 3, 2021
Documents
Reports
Teacher Education Preparation Program Annual Unit Report 2018-19
Teacher Education Preparation Program Annual Unit Report 2017-18
Teacher Education Preparation Program Annual Unit Report 2016-17
Educator Preparation Provider Annual Report 2021
Educator Preparation Provider Annual Report 2020
Educator Preparation Provider Annual Report 2019
Educator Preparation Provider Annual Report 2018
Educator Preparation Provider Annual Report 2017
The Teacher Education Program does not require certification as part of program completion, but we help candidates through the application process if they wish to be certified.
Certification and program completion require that all coursework and testing requirements be met (varies by program) as defined in the Teacher Education Handbook; this includes taking and passing the Praxis II content exam for the applicable content area, as well as the Principles of Teaching and Learning for the applicable grade level group.
CAEP 8 Annual Reporting Measures
- Student Impact Project (plan: pilot begins FA21)
- Teacher Effectiveness Survey (plan: pilot begins FA21)
- Student Impact Project (plan: pilot begins FA21)
- Teacher Effectiveness Survey (plan: pilot begins FA21)
- Student Impact Project (plan: pilot begins FA21)
- Employer Survey Data
South Dakota Department of Education
Certification Rules and Requirements
South Dakota State-Designated Tests
South Dakota Educator Certification Rules
Certification questions may be directed to the Registrar’s Office. Program requirement questions may be directed to the School of Education Assessment Coordinator’s Office.
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