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December 06, 2011 10:56:38 AM

Recruiting and Screening For Top Talent:

5

High Pay:

4

Good Training for Teachers Entering the System:

2

Small Class Size:

3

Hold Teachers Accountable Through Test Results:

1

What else goes into recruiting, evaluating, and retaining great teachers?:

Respect for the profession! They have the most important job in our society -- educating the future citizens of the world.

(I'm a parent, not an educator)

When it comes to getting the best teachers possible into the system, what are your priorities? Rank the approaches below from 1-5, with 1 being your highest priority.