Teacher Universe™ (TU) is not merely a webpage, but it is an interactive, virtual place for teachers to find resources, to interact with one another, and to engage in discussions about the remarkable work that each of you do.  TU™ is a place to collaborate for problem identification and solving, to share instructional ideas, to help one another make a difference in classrooms and, thereby, make a difference in the lives of the children and youth you touch.

Teacher Universe is an international clearinghouse of educational resources providing comprehensive professional development opportunities to improve student achievement and teacher education. Teacher Universe is the perfect atmosphere for teachers, administrators, and families to network, collaborate, share ideas, learn new techniques and strategies, sample the latest technology, and create an exciting learning environment.

Teacher Universe will incorporate new ways to think about teaching and learning while developing innovative ways to share knowledge. All activities will be led by teachers who are recognized experts in these areas.

Teacher Universe offers the following:

• Support for the National Board of Professional Teacher
• Standards certification process
• Participation and access to research
• Access to information about the wide range of degree
• programs
• Innovative workshops
• Product demonstration areas
• Computer stations
• Reading rooms
• Instructional materials, both reviewing and creation
• Online chat rooms
• Conferences featuring accomplished educators and authors
• Recognition programs