may be had from the Registrar of
Teachers College or from the various
state commissioners of education. Col-
leges and other higher institutions of
learning demand that candidates hold ad-
vanced degrees or the equivalent. Stand-
ards of reputable private schools equal
those of public schools.

CSE ee a epee ae, Cee

Successful experience is essential for
promotion based on merit. Applicants
for supervisory and administrative posts
should have a background of successful
teaching as well as specialized prepara-
tion. Beginning teachers should have a
satisfactory record in practice teaching.

[4] PERSONALITY AND CHARACTER

Personality’ may be external, mere
show. Character is internal; it is what a
person really is. Personality is important
in obtaining a position. If it is genuine,
the kind that wears, if it is the sincere
expression of honorable character, it is
also important in holding any position
an honest man or woman would want to
hold. Some may be born with effective
personality ; most can acquire it. Person-

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