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8/23/2012. 2. Georgia TAPP. The PSC believes that Georgia TAPP can be an effective model for using a classroom based approach to prepare new teachers who possess unique work experiences, skills, and abilities, and will develop into excellent teachers.. 8/23/2012. 3. Georgia TAPP. An alternative
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1. 8/24/2012 1 Georgia Teacher Alternative Preparation Program (GA TAPP)
Fran Watkins
Director
Educator Preparation Division
Professional Standards Commission
2. 8/24/2012 2 Georgia TAPP
The PSC believes that Georgia TAPP can be an effective model for using a classroom based approach to prepare new teachers who possess unique work experiences, skills, and abilities, and will develop into excellent teachers.
3. 8/24/2012 3 Georgia TAPP
An alternative preparation option for prospective post-baccalaureate teacher candidates to acquire the pedagogical knowledge and skills necessary for successful entry into teaching.
4. 8/24/2012 4 Georgia TAPP - Basics Designed for a specific population of students;
No prior teacher preparation;
Adult education centered;
Classroom-based;
Joint effort of local school systems, colleges and universities, the Regional Education Service Agencies (RESAs) and the PSC.
5. 8/24/2012 5 Georgia TAPP - Second Year
“The response to the Georgia TAPP Program has been extraordinary” Atlanta Journal Constitution
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