Illinois Teachers Seeking National Certification
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WBBM) -- The state Board of Education says Illinois has the third most teachers earning National Board certification for the first time.
WBBM Newsradio 780's Dave Dahl reports there are 771 such teachers who received the certification this year, among almost 4,700 total in the state.
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Board spokeswoman Mary Fergus says going for the National Board certification milestone is remaining popular.
"Like doctors and accountants, it's a process whereby they can hone their skills under the most rigorous standards," Fergus said. "They get expert evaluation, self-assessment, peer review. They go through a very arduous process to become the best in their field."
Fergus says may districts give their teachers incentives, sometimes paying for that extra training.
