Comparison of Elementary School Teachers' Ratings of Knowledge of Subject Matter and Statements about Skill for Initial Certification Vs Career Achievement

Abstract

Of 671 teachers of Grades 4 to 6 in Florida 320 rated 118 statements of knowledge and skills on their importance for certification and also for career achievement. Of 45 statements rated differently the areas of curriculum and instruction, tests and measures, and professionalism were rated as more important for career achievement.