[§302A-805.5]  Approval of teacher
education programs; professional development of teachers.  The board shall
be responsible for approving teacher education programs that meet the standards
established by the board.  The board may engage in efforts relating to the
improvement of instruction through teacher education and professional
development, and to attract qualified candidates for teacher training from
among the high school graduates of the State. [L 2001, c 312, pt of §2]