Michigan ATE: ATE

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The Association of Teacher Educators was founded in 1920 and is an individual membership organization devoted solely to the improvement of teacher education both for school-based and post secondary teacher educators. ATE members represent over 700 colleges and universities, over 500 major school systems, and the majority of state departments of education. The ATE office is located in the Washington DC area where it represents its members' interests before governmental agencies and education organizations. In addition, ATE has representatives on the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education and the Holmes Partnership.

The ATE Mission:

Members of the Association of Teacher Educators are dedicated to the improvement of teacher education. This fundamental mission takes place through leadership in: (1) the development of quality programs to prepare teachers, (2) the analysis of issues and practices related to the preparation and career-long professional development of teachers, and (3) the provision of opportunities for the professional and personal growth of Association members.

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