The state Department of Education has scheduled three public hearings on a contentious proposal to revamp Indiana’s teacher licensing requirements.
The meetings are a chance for teachers and others to voice concerns or approval about the changes being considered by the Indiana Professional Standards Board.
State schools Superintendent Tony Bennett wants to eliminate some requirements, saying teachers spend too much time learning teaching methods and not enough on subject matter. Opponents worry that the changes would weaken standards without improving teacher quality.
The hearings are scheduled for Oct. 27 in Rochester, Oct. 29 in Scottsburg and Nov. 2 in Indianapolis.
Comments may also be submitted online at http://www.doe.in.gov/repacomment until Oct. 30.
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