Assessment

The EPP implements continuous improvement throughout its assessment system to ensure operational effectiveness. Data are collected at both the initial level and advanced level programs, although at the advanced level, assessment plans have been developed that are appropriate to address the advanced standards. At both levels, data are collected on candidates to determine how well candidates are achieving EPP goals and learning outcomes and the extent to which they are effective in the field. These data are used to drive continuous improvement efforts. The mechanisms that foster this include data summits, annual assessment reports, the CAEP Task Force, and the EPP Assessment Committee. 

The top three ovals (Candidate Quality/Effectiveness, Co-Constructive Clinical Experiences Quality, Quality of Completers) represent data collected at both levels. Data are collected on candidates to determine how well candidates are achieving EPP goals and learning outcomes, and the extent to which they are effective in the field. These data help to inform co-constructed clinical experiences with stakeholders. In turn these data are also used to develop program improvements which result in candidates providing quality teaching or education services upon graduation. Data that are collected from completers are used to inform changes in how clinical experiences should be implemented. Similarly, data from clinical and field experiences inform modifications to each of the programs. 

This cannot be achieved without actionable and quality assessments that are valid and reliable which are used to assess the above outcomes in (1) Candidate Quality/Effectiveness, (2) Co-constructed Clinical Experiences and (3) the Quality of Completers. Assessing outcomes allows for program review and improvement. Actions are suggested and taken into consideration through sharing data with stakeholders at departmental meetings, College Assessment Committee Meetings, Advisory Committee Meetings, and Data Summits.