Community Colleges play critical role in teacher preparation and professional development.(SPECIAL REPORT: TEACHER EDUCATION)

Community colleges play an essential role in the preparation and professional development of people in a wide variety of careers. Accessible and affordable, with diverse student bodies representing local populations, strengthened through established relationships with school districts and universities, community colleges are positioned to attract, prepare, and support students from all walks of life.

Community college teacher education programs have been crucial to the growth, development, and training of future teachers and current educators across America for many years. The poor economy and a renewed commitment to public service careers have led to many more students and …