This review of the literature focuses on the need for teachers and how community colleges are presenting themselves as a source for teacher recruitment. After describing the need for teachers in different contexts, the author explores why students enter teaching careers, how community colleges are a recruitment source, and how community colleges educate prospective teachers. The author then illustrates the community college's role in teacher training with three examples of training programs. The review concludes with goals for the future such as expanding articulation agreements and partnerships with four-year colleges, offering counseling and student support services, and involving students in local schools.
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