HB 207 Summary

• Removes the requirement that applicants for initial and continuing educator licenses obtain a passing score on an approved performance assessment.

• Requires professional development and mentoring activities to focus on acquisition of pedagogical knowledge and ability to apply that knowledge to meet student needs; establishes a Department of Education committee of stakeholders to make recommendations on implementing these activities.

• Expands eligibility for Delaware educator licenses to individuals in non-teaching educator roles by changing references from "teaching experience" to "experience as an educator" in licensure pathways.

• Requires the Department to ensure a variety of professional development opportunities are available across different modes that meet high standards of quality, including evidence-based programs.

• Replaces performance assessment requirements in alternative routes for teacher licensure and certification programs and educator preparation programs with assessments of pedagogical skills; establishes stakeholder committees to recommend assessment options.