Full course description
This course is the first in a multiple course sequence designed to help guide teachers through the resources, requirements, and materials of the National Board Certification process. The sequence is intended for teachers interested in registering for and completing the National Board Certification process in approximately 12-18 months.
This self-paced course is a 4-week introduction to National Board Certification and Component 1, with content modules to be completed each week. In this course, teachers will learn about: National Board for Professional Teaching Standards (NBPTS), 5 Core Propositions, and National Board Certification process; registration; timelines; available resources; scoring; and general material portfolio submission requirements. Additionally, participants will learn about the Component 1 content knowledge assessment and study materials.
Participants may choose to register for National Board Certification and/or take the National Board Component 1 content knowledge assessment during or after this course.
Successful completion of this course will be demonstrated by achieving at least 80% on a course content summative assessment. Individuals will have 45 days upon enrollment to complete the course. Participants will receive a certificate of achievement if they successfully complete it.