Which statement best describes the overall accountability framework for teachers?

• A. It relies solely on student outcomes.
• B. It relies solely on licensure.
• C. It combines licensure, CPD, ethical practice, and compliance with laws and school policies.
• D. It ignores privacy protections.

Answer: (C)

A teacher’s accountability framework is multi-faceted, weaving together licensure to set the baseline qualification, ongoing professional development to ensure current, improving practice, ethical standards to guide conduct and safeguard students, and adherence to laws and school policies to maintain a lawful and safe learning environment. This combination recognizes that effective teaching comes from not only having the right credentials but also continuously growing, behaving professionally, and following rules that govern education. Focusing solely on student outcomes misses the many factors outside a teacher’s control, and relying only on licensure misses ongoing growth and ethical responsibilities. Privacy protections are important and are addressed within the ethical and policy aspects of the framework.