How to Become a Teacher

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Teaching is a profession that is expected to grow by about 17% (faster than average) in most areas, through 2020. Which of the following areas is expected to see slower than average growth?
1. Kindergarten and Elementary School
2. Middle School
3. High School
4. Post-secondary
What regions of the country are expected to see a higher demand for teachers due to rapid enrollment growth?
1. Northeast & Midwest
2. Northeast & Southeast
3. West & Northeast
4. South & West
How does a Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) differ from a Masters in Education (MEd) degree?
1. The MEd is only for those who wish to teach at the high school level
2. The MAT does not prepare students for certification and licensure
3. The MAT includes preparation for certification and licensure
4. The MEd degree is more common in the U.S., while the MAT is more common in Canada
Which of the following is a way that teachers can boost their earnings?
1. Coaching sports or leading other extracurricular activities
2. Teaching summer school
3. Earning a master's degree
4. All of the above
True or false. Demand for teachers is highest in growing suburban districts.
1. True
2. False
6. True or false. Some states will alternative licensure for teachers in higher-demand subject areas like Math and Science
1. True
2. False
Who determines requirements for teacher certification?
1. The U.S. Department of Education
2. State departments of education
3. Local school districts
4. Individual schools
Which of the following is not one of the criteria for the Federal student loan forgiveness program for teachers?
1. You must teach full-time
2. You must teach for 5 consecutive years
3. You can wipe out 100% of your loan (no limit)
4. You must teach in certain schools that serve low-income families or meet other select criteria
In 2009-10, what was the approximate ratio of public to private elementary and secondary schools in the US?
1. 7:1
2. 5:1
3. 3:1
4. 2:1
The Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) was enacted in 1965, and is the main federal education law in the U.S., providing funding for primary and secondary education. What was the latest revision to this legislation?
1. Title IX
2. No Child Left Behind
3. Equal Access Act
4. Math Science Teaching Corps Act

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