A Multidimensional Analysis of Texas Educator Preparation Programs and Their Alignment With Teacher Effectiveness

• In Event: Roundtable Session 5
  In Roundtable Session: Assessment and Program Improvement in Teacher Preparation

Abstract

The purpose of this study was two-fold. First, this study sought to determine the extent to which questions on the Exit and Principal Surveys reflect three sets of standards which guide educator preparation in Texas: Association of Teacher Educators (ATE) Standards for Teacher Educators, Texas Administrative Code Educator Preparation Program Curriculum Standards, and Pedagogy and Professional Responsibilities Exam Standards. Secondly, this study sought to determine if there is a difference between teacher candidates’ Exit Survey evaluation of preparation and principals’ Principal Survey evaluation of first-year teachers’ preparation in the areas of classroom environment, instruction, students with disabilities, limited English proficient students, and technology integration. Existing survey response data collected from the Texas Education Agency was randomized for analysis.

Authors

• Daniella G Varela, Texas A&M University - Kingsville

• Lori Kupczynski, Texas A&M University - Kingsville

• Marie-Anne Mundy, Texas A&M University - Kingsville