The No Child Left Behind legislation:
Places major emphasis on teacher quality as a factor in improving student achievement.
Emphasizes academic content in teacher preparation, induction, and professional development; see Sec. 9101(23) of the NCLB legislation.
Requires states to develop plans with annual measurable objectives to ensure that all teachers in core academic subjects are highly qualified by the end of the 2005-2006 school year.

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