Teacher Education Pathway On-Ramps for CS: Implications for Equity and Capacity

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Equity issues persist in computer science education partly due to a shortage of qualified CS teachers, especially in urban, rural, and low-SES schools. To address this, CS can be integrated into preservice teacher pathways or offered through standalone licensure and credentialing programs. States vary widely in how they license and credential CS teachers, and integration in preservice programs differs across education schools. This research presentation examines national trends and case studies on CS licensing, credentialing, and preservice integration, focusing on...