Event Information
I. Introduction & Context- Overview of Teacher Shortage in Michigan & Talent Together's Role
Engagement:Use Mentimeter for an interactive question: "How have teacher shortages impacted your district?" (e.g., budget, CBA, class size, student outcomes).
II. Deep Dive into Talent Together’s Model
III. Addressing Barriers to Teacher Certification and Support
IV. The Role of Registered Apprenticeships in Teacher Development
V. Impact and Success: Evidence of Talent Together’s Effectiveness
Q& A
After this session, participants will be able to identify how Talent Together’s 'grow your own' model supports teacher workforce development and contributes to solving the teacher shortage
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American Association of State Colleges and Universities. (2023). Preparing teachers in today’s challenging context: Key issues, policy directions, and implications for leaders of AASCU universities.
Yun, C., & Fitz, J. (2025). Successful teacher residencies: What matters & what works. Learning Policy Institute.