National Board
National Board
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National Board Candidates
Participate along with other candidates in a learning community setting to complete the process of National Board Certification. This process involves the practice of becoming reflective practitioners through a deep analysis of instruction, pedagogical practice, student work, student learning, and community and professional involvement.
National Board Certification Candidate Support Class Syllabus
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National Board Certified Teachers: Candidacy, Certification & Maintenance of Certification (MOC)
The process is convenient and encourages NBCTs to continue living the NBPTS standards.
Fall 2024 Enrollment Guide - Candidacy, Certification & MOC
Candidacy
For NBCTs who have completed the Candidacy portion for the National Board Certification. Candidates will demonstrate a commitment to students' learning by systematic professional learning and reflection on teaching practices.
National Board Certification Candidacy Syllabus
Certification
For NBCTs who have completed the National Board Certificate process. Participants will successfully demonstrate skills based on effectiveness and content standards developed by the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards. Students must have completed and achieved National Board Certification and earned the title of National Board Certified Teacher.
National Board Certification Syllabus
MOC
For NBCTs who have completed and received a passing MOC score on their submission to NBPTS for the MOC process. NBCTs will demonstrate commitment to professional growth/learning that increases their impact on student learning through reflection on teaching practices in current role whether in or outside the classroom.
National Board Certification MOC Syllabus
National Board Certified Teachers
Teacher Leaders- Action Research
Design and implement an action research project in a classroom, school and/or district. This independent study project starts with a focused and specific question about teaching and learning that will ultimately improve the quality of teaching and learning.
Fall 2024 Enrollment Guide - Teacher Leaders
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Earning UCCS Credit
- Graduate credits or CEUs can be applied toward state licensure renewal
- Graduate credits and CEUs can be applied toward in-district salary advancement in most districts
- Graduate credits can be applied towards an advanced degree
Cost
- $300 / Graduate Credit
- $75 / Continuing Education Units (CEUs)
Program Contacts
- Judy Williams, UCCS National Board Certification Program Coordinator and Instructor: nbct@att.net
- UCCS Online & Academic Outreach: outreach@uccs.edu
UCCS cannot guarantee that another institution will accept transfer credits. Check with your academic advisor to determine if these credits can be used toward your advanced degree.
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