Argues for a restructuring of teacher education in Kentucky aligning it with objectives articulated in the Kentucky Reform Education Act. Specifically asserts that teacher education needs to be directed more towards classroom experience as opposed to theoretical study. (MJP)

Reports on a study of state requirements for initial licensing of elementary and secondary social studies teachers. Finds that most states are reluctant to follow educational reform reports to increase general education requirements and decrease emphasis on professional education. Also finds declines in mandated multicultural/human relations…

Summarizes the results of a study designed to identify minimum standards for the initial licensure of secondary social studies teachers in the fifty states and the District of Columbia. Provides statistical data on required coursework, competencies, and performance criteria. Individual states are not listed. (MJP)