Promoting and Assessing Doctoral Development: A Framework to Support Doctoral Education (Poster 23)

• In Event: Sunday Poster Session 7:45 am
  In Poster Session: Division J: Assessing College Student Success and Impact Poster Session

Abstract

Variability in doctoral education contributes to problems such as inequitable practices and disparities in post-graduation opportunities (Feldon et al., 2023). The use of competency frameworks for assessment is one path to reduce variability and increase accountability. This qualitative interview study explores faculty perspectives on Promoting and Assessing Doctoral Development-Science (PADD-S, Authors, 2018), a framework that identifies competency areas for work as a career scientist in the natural sciences. In two interview phases, participants discussed views on PADD-S competency areas and potential uses to support doctoral education. Results suggest that PADD-S competency areas are appropriate and identified potential uses. Emerging issues highlight concerns about respectful treatment of students.

Authors

• Peggy N. Van Meter, Pennsylvania State University

• Zachary A. Myers, Pennsylvania State University

• Lauren M. Sullivan, Pennsylvania State University

• Michael Verderame, Pennsylvania State University