Why do people with a college degree have to be certified to teach in Louisiana?

Question

Why do people with a college degree have to be certified to teach in Louisiana?

Answer 1

You need to understand the art and science of teaching along with having a thorough grasp of subject matter. A degree does not necessarily prepare you to teach. In most cases, certification also requires some kind of background check.

Answer 2

you have to be certified to teach in every state...

Answer 3

Unfortunately, certification also does not necessarily qualify you to teach.

Answer 4

The states have the right to decide who will be allowed to teach.  The certification process usually includes a college degree, certain minimum coursework in education and/or a major subject for middle/high school, and a qualifying exam such as the Praxis.