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I am teaching or have taught AP physics B and C [calculus based mechanics & electricity and magnetism] as well as Lab Physics for college bound students. I have a BS in Physics from the University of Pittsburgh and a Master of Arts in Teaching from same. I have been teaching physics for 27 years.

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I suspect that there is no way that I can help you with this since our cultures are so different. A lot depends on the expectations of the society, of the school and of the family. From my perspective

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As you are probably aware each state has its own specific requirements. The University of Kentucky has a website which links to all 50 state's requirements at http://www.uky.edu/Education/TEP/usacert.html

2009-08-05 waiving student teaching:

I do not know if California has such a program, but in New Jersey is entirely feasible to begin teaching without student teaching through what is called the "alternate router" to certification. In this

 

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