This paper briefly discusses relevant issues related to teacher education in New York State from a viewpoint consistent with the purpose of the American Association of Colleges for Teacher Education in New York State (AACTE/NYS). The introduction describes the purpose of the AACTE/NYS and states that teacher education should be multiform rather than uniform. The goal for the preparation and practice of professional personnel in the school of the New York State Board of Regents is stated. Issues discussed are the governance of teacher education; shared responsibility and accountability among schools, universities, and teachers; competency/performance-based teacher education; theory and practice; teacher supply and demand; human, fiscal, and material resources; and the need for partnerships and consortia that encourage cooperation among and between schools, colleges, the state department of education, and educational associations. (PD)