TRAINING THE NEXT TEACHERS FOR AMERICA: A Proposal for Reconceptualizing TFA.

The article presents a reprint of the article "Training the Next teachers for America: A Proposal for Reconceptualizing TFA," by Megan Hopkins, which appeared in the June 2008 issue of "Phi Delta Kappan." The article discusses changing requirements of the Teach for America (TFA) teacher organization to require members to commit to three years of teaching service, with the first year allocated to training. An incentive program for teachers who serve beyond their required period is recommended.