Summary
Contents
Subject index
A practical, user-friendly approach to school law supported by carefully constructed information that is of immediate interest to classroom teachers, supervisors and school administrators.
Key Features
Maps out the court's decision-making process in an easy-to-understand format
Illustrates the key aspects of a legal issue through case-studies in every chapter
Explains complex cases with succinct case briefs that target legal laypersons and comprehensive chapter overviews that highlight important concepts
Encourages dialogue with accompanying discussion questions for each case brief and case study
Offers additional case briefs online at http://www.sagepub.com/aquilacasebriefs
Intended Audience: This book is designed for upper-level undergraduate and graduate students of school law and is a valuable resource for courses in school administration, supervision, and teacher education.
“I find this book to be a very well done, comprehensive text, with useful activities and exceptional case briefs” —Dr. Christine Villani, Southern Connecticut State University
“More than a comprehensive text, this is a reference work for any active school administrator. School Law for K–12 Educators will be found open on a desk more often than closed on the shelf.” —Philip Huckins, New England College
“The greatest strength is presentation of facts, narratives, cases, in a concise format with discussion questions and topics” —Audrey M. Clarke, California State University, Northridge
“This comprehensive resource is thoughtfully designed with a focus on legal currency and relevancy. The case briefs enhance an already distinctive textbook.” —Bradley Vance Balch, Indiana State University
“Well done book, comprehensive, and easy to read for educators. The most exceptional portion of this book are the case studies, and the exceptionally well done case briefs, excellent instructional tools.” —Dr. Christine Villani, Southern Connecticut State University
Teacher Certification, Licensure, and Contracts for Employment
Teacher Certification, Licensure, and Contracts for Employment
A person has no constitutional right to be employed as a teacher in the public schools, as such employment is not an uninhabited privilege and he (or she) has no right to serve except on such terms as the state prescribes.
Overview
For the most part, the law concerning the licensure and employment of teachers is the province of state legislatures. In past years, the term “certification” was more commonly used. Most states have now transitioned to a licensure model as the move toward professionalizing American education intensifies. Today, a license that must be renewed (compared to certification, which is permanent) is the preferred model as education strives to ...
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