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ID H0105

Bill

Status

Passed

3/20/2017

Primary Sponsor

Education Committee

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Origin

House of Representatives

2017 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Allows teacher preparation assessments at Idaho higher education institutions to consist of multiple measures rather than a single assessment method
  • Requires assessments to demonstrate teaching skills and knowledge aligned with current research on best reading practices
  • Mandates higher education institutions report annually to the state board of education the number of preservice teachers who passed the assessment
  • Requires the state board of education to compile statewide results and report findings to the legislature and governor
  • Maintains existing requirements for interim certificate holders, alternate route teachers, and out-of-state teachers to complete a state-approved reading instruction course for full certification

Legislative Description

Amends existing law to provide that a teacher preparation assessment may consist of multiple measures for the demonstration of skills by the student.

TEACHER PREPARATION

Last Action

Reported Signed by Governor on March 20, 2017 Session Law Chapter 78 Effective: 07/01/2017

3/20/2017

Committee Referrals

Education2/23/2017
Education2/6/2017

Full Bill Text

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