Appendix 3.6: Student and Program Assessment Summary (Aligned to Conceptual Framework)

Appendix 3.6: Student and Program Assessment Summary (aligned to conceptual framework)

Conceptual Framework Outcome / Alignment with InTASC and
2016 Georgia Standards for the
Approval of Educator Preparation Providers / Measures and Sources of Evidence: Student Evaluation / Measures and Sources of Evidence: Program Evaluation

Students will demonstrate knowledge of how humans learn similarly and differently and how factors outside of school can affect differences.

/ InTASC 1: The teacher understands how students grow and develop, recognizing that patterns of learning and development vary individually within and across cognitive, linguistic, social, emotional, and physical areas, and designs and implements developmentally appropriate and challenging learning expectations.
InTASC 2: The teacher uses understanding of individual differences and diverse cultures and communities to ensure inclusive learning environments that enable each learner to meet high standards.
InTASC 3: The teacher understands how to work with others to create environments that support collaborative and individual learning, and that encourage positive social interaction, active engagement in learning, and self-motivation.
GAPSC 1.1: Learner and Learning; Professional Responsibility
GAPSC 1.2: Use research to develop an understanding of profession
GAPSC 1.4: Skills and commitment to afford all students access to rigorous standards / Course Outcomes:

EDUC 2130
EDUC 2130
EDUC 3000
EDUC 4010
EDUC 4360

Student Teaching Instrument
EdTPA / Completers Survey
Mentor Teacher Survey
EdTPA Pass Rates

Students will demonstrate knowledge of disciplinary content.

/ InTASC 4: The teacher understands the central concepts, tools of inquiry, and structures of the discipline(s) he or she teaches and creates learning experiences that make these aspects of the discipline accessible and meaningful for learners to assure master of the content.
InTASC 7: The teacher plans for instruction that supports every student in meeting rigorous learning goals by drawing upon knowledge of content areas, curriculum, cross-disciplinary skills, and pedagogy, as well as knowledge of learners and the community context.
InTASC 8: The teacher understands and uses a variety of instructional strategies to encourage learners to develop deep understanding of content areas and their connections, and to build skills to apply knowledge in meaningful ways.
GAPSC 1.3: Content Knowledge aligned with Specialized Professional Organizations
GAPSC 1.4: Skills and commitment to afford all students access to rigorous standards / Course Outcomes:

EDUC 4010
EDUC 4040
EDUC 4360
AGED 4340
AGED 4370

GACE Content
Student Teaching Instrument
Program Completer Survey
EdTPA / GACE Pass Rates
Completers Survey
Mentor Teacher Survey
EdTPA Pass Rates

Students will demonstrate professional knowledge of how to communicate and collaborate with community members to enhance the learning of their students and to support their communities.

/ InTASC 3: The teacher works with others to create environments that support collaborative and individual learning, and that encourage positive social interaction, active engagement in learning, and self-motivation.
InTASC 9: The teacher engages in ongoing professional learning and uses evidence to continually evaluate his or her practice, particularly the effects of his or her choices or actions on others (e.g., learners, families, other professionals, and the community), and adapts practice to meet the needs of each learner.
InTASC 10: The teacher seeks appropriate leadership roles and opportunities to take responsibility for student learning, to collaborate with learners, families, colleagues, other professionals, and community members to ensure learner growth, and to advance the profession.
GAPSC 1.1: Candidates demonstrate an understanding of InTASC standards (professional responsibility) / Course Outcomes:
EDUC 2120
EDUC 4010
AGED 4340
Student Teaching Instrument
Disposition Survey / Completers Survey
Mentor Teacher Survey

Students will demonstrate skill in planning and delivering learning activities, with the appropriate use of technology, to transfer knowledge and skills through hands-on or directive instruction.

/ GAPSC 1.5: Model and apply technology standards in designing, implementing, and assessing learning experiences that engage students
InTASC 7: The teacher plans for instruction that supports every student in meeting rigorous learning goals by drawing upon knowledge of content areas, curriculum, cross-disciplinary skills, and pedagogy, as well as knowledge of learners and the community context.
InTASC 8: The teacher understands and uses a variety of instructional strategies to encourage learners to develop deep understanding of content areas and their connections, and to build skills to apply knowledge in meaningful ways. / Course Outcomes

EDUC 2130
EDUC 4040
EDUC 4350
EDUC 4360
AGED 4040

Student Teaching Instrument
EdTPA / Completers Survey
Mentor Teacher Survey
EdTPA Pass Rates

Students demonstrate an understanding of how to connect concepts and use differing perspectives to engage students in critical thinking, creativity, and collaborative problem solving related to the cultivation of agency and the ongoing renewal of rural and other areas.

/ InTASC 2: The teacher uses understanding of individual differences and diverse cultures and communities to ensure inclusive learning environments that enable each learner to meet high standards.
InTASC 5: The teacher understands how to connect concepts and use differing perspectives to engage students in critical thinking, creativity, and collaborative problem solving related to authentic local and global issues.
InTASC 7: The teacher plans for instruction that supports every student in meeting rigorous learning goals by drawing upon knowledge of content areas, curriculum, cross-disciplinary skills, and pedagogy, as well as knowledge of learners and the community context.
InTASC 8: The teacher understands and uses a variety of instructional strategies to encourage learners to develop deep understanding of content areas and their connections, and to build skills to apply knowledge in meaningful ways.
InTASC 9: The teacher engages in ongoing professional learning and uses evidence to continually evaluate his or her practice, particularly the effects of his or her choices or actions on others (e.g., learners, families, other professionals, and the community), and adapts practice to meet the needs of each learner.
InTASC 10: The teacher seeks appropriate leadership roles and opportunities to take responsibility for student learning, to collaborate with learners, families, colleagues, other professionals, and community members to ensure learner growth, and to advance the profession.
GAPSC 1.4: candidates demonstrate skill and commitment that afford all P-12 students access to rigorous college and career-ready standards / Course Outcomes

EDUC 2110
EDUC 2130
EDUC 4350
EDUC 4360
AGED 4340

Student Teaching Instrument
EdTPA / Completers Survey
Mentor Teacher Survey

Students demonstrate skill in using formative and summative assessment, reflection, and evaluation of data to improve instruction and learning

/ InTASC 6: The teacher understands and uses multiple measures of assessment to engage learners in their own growth, to monitor progress, and to guide the teacher’s and learner’s decision making.
InTASC 9: The teacher engages in ongoing professional learning and uses evidence to continually evaluate his or her practice, particularly the effects of his or her choices or actions on others (e.g., learners, families, other professionals, and the community), and adapts practice to meet the needs of each learner.
GAPSC 1.2: Use research and evidence to measure student and professional progress / Course Outcomes

EDUC 2130
EDUC 4350
EDUC 4360

Student Teaching Instrument
EdTPA / Completers Survey
Mentor Teacher Survey
EdTPA Pass Rates
*Key Assessments /

GACE
Student Teaching Instrument
EdTPA
Disposition Rubric

GACE
EdTPA Pass Rates
Completers Survey
Mentor Teacher Survey

For cross-referencing conceptual framework outcomes to candidate proficiencies regarding knowledge, skills, dispositions, diversity, and technology, see the following.

Knowledge and diversity
Knowledge
Dispositions
Skills, technology, and knowledge
Skills and dispositions
Skills and dispositions