The Finland Phenomenon: The 3 biggest differences in the way teachers are prepared in Findland vs. the U.S.

This is a very good documentary that shows schools that do work. It shows schools in Finland that are succeeding in leaving no child behind and are giving a high level education for EVERY student in the country. One of the reasons why Finland has found the way to productive schools that work is in the way future teachers are prepared to be teachers.

First of all, the business of teaching is taken seriously. There are very high standards to get into a teaching college. Only the best can be admitted to these schools. Second, every teacher has to have a masters degree. It is a requirement if you want to be a teacher. Third, training to be a teacher is done differently. The training to be a teacher really prepares future teachers to enter the field and be able to teach ALL students and ensure that none are left behind.