Hello,

I was wondering if anyone knows of any programs in which I can attain a graduate degree in education (elementary) that will lead to certification. I want to take most classes online or in the summers as I live overseas and I want to find a program that will allow me to do student teaching abroad or after I receive the degree like George-mason's fast train. Any help would be greatly appreciated!

Thank you,

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It is possible to keep certification current by doing online courses, but I am simply not interested in any of the programs that are "approved" by the departments of ed. I am looking for states with loopholes which would allow me to renew it's state license without any requirements. I also need as few difficulties as possible when transferring the credential (i.e additional tests for that particular state). Hopefully I can do this in a summer (transfer to a new state license) and be rid of Michigan requirements for further education which continue with each renewal or license upgrade. Don't get me wrong, I want to further my education and have found excellent masters programs for international educators but they are simply not accepted by any state in furthering licensing.

Thank for any help!

Hello everyone,

This question is for American teachers with a current teaching license. So, how have you kept your license current? I am from Michigan and it is proving to be more than a hassle to keep my license without taking classes at "approved teacher preparation" programs in the US. This is true for most states that have a 2 tier licensure plan (temporary and more permanent). I have my intitial (temporary valid for 5 years). I am looking to change my license to a state that may have rules that are more favorable to international teachers. Has anyone found any loopholes that are favorable to international teachers?

Thanks for any advice,