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Preliminary Report

SVSU EPP Initial Program Completers Academic Year 2017-2018 Responses (N=23) Only Initial Program Completers’ responses, specifically those who indicated they were employed in the area they earned

a certificate or an endorsement in the designated academic year, were considered in the information presented below.

A brief summary of findings begins on page 12

*Denotes need to re-check raw data, improve item language and/or response options

1. * What type of educator preparation program did you complete at SVSU in AY 2017-2018? Select one (1).

Traditional Undergraduate: 1st Teacher Certification 8 34.78%

Post Bachelor Program: 1st Teacher Certification 3 13.04%

Post Bachelor Program: Accelerated Certification with Residency (ACR) 5 21.74%

Master’s Degree in Special Education while earning a special education teaching endorsement 3 13.04%

Master’s Degree in Early Childhood while earning a ZS endorsement 4 17.40%

2. * In which area(s) were you prepared to teach at SVSU for your teaching license(s) and/or endorsement in AY 2017-2018? Check all that apply.

Autism Spectrum Disorder 1

Biology 1

Chemistry 1

Cognitive Impairment 3

Early Childhood 7

Early Childhood & Special Education 8

Economics 2

Elementary (K-5/K-8) 9

English 2

Geography 1

History 2

Integrated Science 1

Language Arts 3

Mathematics 5

Music Education 1

Physical Education 2

Physics 1

Political Science 2

Secondary 8

Social Studies 6

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3. * Level(s) you are certified to teach, when considering your responses to items 1 and 2. Check all that apply.

Early Childhood 7 23.33%

Elementary (K-5/K-8) 9 30%

Secondary (6-12) 8 26.67%

K-12 o French Education o Music Education o Physical Education o Spanish Education o Special Education o Visual Arts Education 6 20%

4. * Which statement(s) best describes your current position? Check all that apply

Full-time general education teacher 13 34.21%

Full-time special education teacher 5 13.16%

Part-time general education teacher 1 2.63%

Part-time special education teacher 0 0%

Full time substitute teacher 2 5.26%

Currently teaching in some capacity 2 5.26%

Currently teaching in the SVSU content/subject area identified in item 3 5 13.16%

Currently teaching outside of area of certification identified in item 3 1 2.63%

Currently teaching in Michigan 7 18.42%

Currently teaching out-of-state 0 0%

Currently not working in education field 0 0%

Other 2 5.26%

5. When considering the year identified in Questions 1 -3, where did you primarily take your classes?

SVSU Main Campus 20 86.96%

SVSU Macomb Campus 3 13.04%

6. Did you transfer any teacher preparation courses from another institution?

No 20 86.96%

Yes 3 13.04%

*If yes, please state the name of institution and describe transferred courses. ________________________

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7. Directions to Respondent: Please read each of the following statements carefully and indicate the extent to which you Agree or Disagree.

Key Strongly Agree (SA) Agree (A) Disagree (D) Strongly Disagree (SD) No Response (NR) Standard Deviation (ST.D.)

# SA % SA # A % A # D % D # SD % SD # NR Total Valid Responses

Mean Median Mode ST.D.

InTASC General Category 1: Learner and Learning When responding to the following items, please keep in mind the most recently completed program you identified in Questions 1 -3.

InTASC 1 CAEP 1.3 CAEP 4.2 CAEP 4.4 See ITEM 1 of Employer Survey

7.1. I was prepared to understand how students learn and develop. 11 47.83% 11 47.83% 1 4.35% 0 0% 0 23 3.43 3.00

3.00, 4.00 0.58

InTASC 1 CAEP 1.3 CAEP 1.4 CAEP 4.2 CAEP 4.4

7.2. I was prepared to understand how to provide a variety of opportunities that support student learning and development. 11 50% 8 36.36% 3 13.64% 0 0% 1 22 3.36 3.50 4.00 0.71

InTASC 2 CAEP 1.3 CAEP 4.2 CAEP 4.4 Diversity

7.3. I was prepared to understand and use knowledge of school, family, cultural, and community factors that influence the quality of education for all students. 13 56.52% 8 34.78% 2 8.7% 0 0% 0 23 3.48 4.00 4.00 0.65

InTASC 2 CAEP 1.4 CAEP 4.2 CAEP 4.4 Diversity See ITEM 2 of Employer Survey

7.4. I was prepared to effectively teach students from diverse backgrounds. 12 52.17% 9 39.13% 2 8.7% 0 0% 0 23 3.43 4.00 4.00 0.65

InTASC 3 CAEP 4.2 CAEP 4.4 Diversity

7.5. I was prepared to establish a caring relationship with students developed through engagement and high expectations for all learners. 15 68.18% 6 27.27% 1 4.55% 0 0% 1 22 3.64 4.00 4.00 0.57

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InTASC 3 CAEP 1.3 CAEP 4.2 CAEP 4.4 Diversity See ITEM 3 of Employer Survey

7.6. I was prepared to manage student behavior in the classroom. 9 39.13% 8 34.78% 6 26.09% 0 0% 0 23 3.13 3.00 4.00 0.80

InTASC 3 CAEP 1.3 CAEP 4.2 CAEP 4.4 Diversity

7.7. I was prepared to create an environment that encourages positive social interaction among students. 12 52.17% 10 43.48% 1 4.35% 0 0% 0 23 3.48 4.00 4.00 0.58

InTASC 3 CAEP 1.3 CAEP 4.2 CAEP 4.4 Diversity See ITEM 4 of Employer Survey

7.8. I was prepared to establish a classroom environment of respect and rapport that provides a culture for learning. 12 54.55% 8 36.36% 2 9.09% 0 0% 1 22 3.45 4.00 4.00 0.66

InTASC General Category 2: Content When responding to the following items, please keep in mind the most recently completed program you identified in Questions 1 -3.

InTASC 4 CAEP 1.3 CAEP 4.2 CAEP 4.4

7.9. I was prepared to have in-depth content knowledge of my professional field. 12 52.17% 7 30.43% 3 13.04% 1 4.35% 0 23 3.30 4.00 4.00 0.86

InTASC 5 CAEP 1.3 CAEP 4.2 CAEP 4.4 Diversity

7.10. I was prepared to encourage students to see, question, and interpret ideas from diverse perspectives and content areas. 10 43.48% 9 39.13% 4 17.39% 0 0% 0 23 3.26 3.00 4.00 0.74

InTASC 5 CAEP 1.3 CAEP 4.2 CAEP 4.4 See ITEM 5 of Employer Survey

7.11. I was prepared to teach the core concepts of my content major. 14 60.87% 7 30.43% 2 8.7% 0 0% 0 23 3.52 4.00 4.00 0.65

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InTASC General Category 3: Instructional Practice When responding to the following items, please keep in mind the most recently completed program you identified in Questions 1 - 3.

InTASC 6 CAEP 1.2 CAEP 1.3 CAEP 4.2 CAEP 4.4 See ITEM 6 of Employer Survey

7.12. I was prepared to employ appropriate assessment techniques in order to measure the learning of all students. 9 39.13% 11 47.83% 3 13.04% 0 0% 0 23 3.26 3.00 3.00 0.67

InTASC 6 CAEP 1.2 CAEP 1.3 CAEP 4.2 CAEP 4.4

7.13. I was prepared to engage in assessment activities to identify areas for student improvement. 8 36.36% 12 54.55% 2 9.09% 0 0% 1 22 3.27 3.00 3.00 0.62

InTASC 6 CAEP 1.2 CAEP 1.3 CAEP 4.2 CAEP 4.4 See ITEM 7 of Employer Survey

7.14. I was prepared to use data for instructional decision making. 9 39.13% 11 47.83% 3 13.04% 0 0% 0 23 3.26 3.00 3.00 0.67

InTASC 7 CAEP 1.3 CAEP 1.4 CAEP 4.2 CAEP 4.4 See ITEM 8 of Employer Survey

7.15. I was prepared to develop lesson plans that align with district, state standards and/or national standards. 14 60.87% 9 39.13% 0 0% 0 0% 0 23 3.61 4.00 4.00 0.49

InTASC 7 CAEP 1.3 CAEP 1.4 CAEP 4.2 CAEP 4.4

7.16. I was prepared to implement lesson plans that build on the students' existing knowledge and skills. 12 52.17% 10 43.48% 1 4.35% 0 0% 0 23 3.48 4.00 4.00 0.58

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InTASC 7 CAEP 1.3 CAEP 4.2 CAEP 4.4 See ITEM 9 of Employer Survey

7.17. I was prepared to create lesson plans that promote critical thinking with the students. 12 52.17% 11 47.83% 0 0% 0 0% 0 23 3.52 4.00 4.00 0.50

InTASC 8 CAEP 1.3 CAEP 4.2 CAEP 4.4

7.18. I was prepared to effectively use questioning skills to promote higher level thinking skills of my students. 10 43.48% 10 43.48% 3 13.04% 0 0% 0 23 3.30 3.00

3.00, 4.00 0.69

InTASC 8 CAEP 1.3 CAEP 4.2 CAEP 4.4

7.19. I was prepared to use effective communication techniques in order to develop a positive learning environment. 13 56.52% 8 34.78% 2 8.7% 0 0% 0 23 3.48 4.00 4.00 0.65

InTASC 8 CAEP 1.3 CAEP 4.2 CAEP 4.4 See ITEM 10 of Employer Survey

7.20. I was prepared to employ teaching skills that reflect current theory, research, and evidence/research-based practice. 11 47.83% 9 39.13% 3 13.04% 0 0% 0 23 3.35 3.00 4.00 0.70

InTASC 8 CAEP 1.3 CAEP 1.4 CAEP 4.2 CAEP 4.4

7.21. I was prepared to provide student-centered instruction that is characterized by clarity, creativity, variety, and flexibility. 13 56.52% 8 34.78% 2 8.7% 0 0% 0 23 3.48 4.00 4.00 0.65

InTASC 8 CAEP 1.3 CAEP 1.4 CAEP 4.2 CAEP 4.4 Diverisity See ITEM 11 of Employer Survey

7.22. I was prepared to differentiate instruction to meet the strengths and needs of all students. 12 52.17% 7 30.43% 3 13.04% 1 4.35% 0 23 3.30 4.00 4.00 0.86

InTASC 8 CAEP 1.2 CAEP 1.3 CAEP 4.2 CAEP 4.4 See ITEM 12 of Employer Survey

7.23. I was prepared to provide feedback to students, which allows them to improve their learning. 10 43.48% 11 47.83% 2 8.7% 0 0% 0 23 3.35 3.00 3.00 0.63

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InTASC General Category 4: Professional Responsibility When responding to the following items, please keep in mind the most recently completed program you identified in Questions 1 -3.

InTASC 9 CAEP 4.2 CAEP 4.4 See ITEM 13 of Employer Survey

7.24. I was prepared to communicate with family and community members to make them partners in the educational process. 14 60.87% 7 30.43% 2 8.7% 0 0% 0 23 3.52 4.00 4.00 0.65

InTASC 9 CAEP 1.2 CAEP 1.3 CAEP 4.2 CAEP 4.4 See ITEM 14 of Employer Survey

7.25. I was prepared to collaborate with educational personnel to support student learning. 9 39.13% 12 52.17% 2 8.7% 0 0% 0 23 3.30 3.00 3.00 0.62

InTASC 9 CAEP 1.2 CAEP 1.3 CAEP 4.2 CAEP 4.4

7.26. I was prepared to employ self-reflection to improve my teaching practice. 13 56.52% 10 43.48% 0 0% 0 0% 0 23 3.57 4.00 4.00 0.50

InTASC 9 CAEP 1.3 CAEP 4.2 CAEP 4.4 See ITEM 15 of Employer Survey

7.27. I was prepared to understand the state and federal laws that directly impact schools. 8 34.78% 11 47.83% 3 13.04% 1 4.35% 0 23 3.13 3.00 3.00 0.80

InTASC 9 CAEP 1.2 CAEP 1.3 CAEP 4.2 CAEP 4.4

7.28. I was prepared to use multiple resources including professional literature, mentoring, and interaction with colleagues, to aid my growth as an educator. 12 52.17% 9 39.13% 2 8.7% 0 0% 0 23 3.43 4.00 4.00 0.65

InTASC 10 CAEP 1.2 CAEP 1.3 CAEP 4.2 CAEP 4.4

7.29. I was prepared to understand the legal practices in education. 5 21.74% 13 56.52% 4 17.39% 1 4.35% 0 23 2.96 3.00 3.00 0.75

InTASC 10 CAEP 1.2 CAEP 1.3 CAEP 4.2 CAEP 4.4 See ITEM 16 of Employer Survey

7.30. I was prepared to understand the ethical practices in education. 12 52.17% 11 47.83% 0 0% 0 0% 0 23 3.52 4.00 4.00 0.50

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InTASC 9 CAEP 1.2 CAEP 1.3 CAEP 4.2 CAEP 4.4 See ITEM 17 of Employer Survey

7.31. I was prepared to positively impact P-12 student academic learning. 12 52.17% 10 43.48% 1 4.35% 0 0% 0 23 3.48 4.00 4.00 0.58

Technology

Technology CAEP 1.3 CAEP 1.5 CAEP 4.2 CAEP 4.4

7.32. I was prepared to use a variety of media resources to present information. 11 47.83% 7 30.43% 5 21.74% 0 0% 0 23 3.26 3.00 4.00 0.79

Technology CAEP 1.3 CAEP 1.5 CAEP 4.2 CAEP 4.4 See ITEM 18 of Employer Survey

7.33. I was prepared to use technology effectively to enhance student learning. 9 39.13% 10 43.48% 4 17.39% 0 0% 0 23 3.22 3.00 3.00 0.72

Technology CAEP 1.3 CAEP 1.5 CAEP 4.2 CAEP 4.4

7.34. I was prepared to provide opportunities for my students to utilize technology. 9 39.13% 10 43.48% 4 17.39% 0 0% 0 23 3.22 3.00 3.00 0.72

Technology CAEP 1.3 CAEP 4.2 CAEP 4.4 See ITEM 19 of Employer Survey

7.35. I was prepared to use technology to enhance my overall professional work. 11 47.83% 7 30.43% 5 21.74% 0 0% 0 23 3.26 3.00 4.00 0.79

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8. Directions to Respondents: When responding to the following items, please indicated the extent to which you were satisfied or dissatisfied.

When considering the year identified in Question 1 and reflecting on my educator preparation program at SVSU, I am VERY SATISFIED to VERY DISSATISFIED ... Key

Very Satisfied (VS) Satisfied (S) Dissatisfied (D) Very Dissatisfied (VD) No Response (NR) Standard Deviation (ST.D.)

# VS % VS # S % S # D % D # VD % VD # NR Total Valid Responses

Mean Median Mode ST.D.

CAEP 4.4

8.1. With the overall quality of instruction in my degree/program 12 52.17% 10 43.48% 1 4.35% 0 0% 0 23 3.48 4.00 4.00 0.58

CAEP 2.3 CAEP 4.4

8.2. With the field-based school experiences related to my degree/certification program 10 43.48% 12 52.17% 1 4.35% 0 0% 0 23 3.39 3.00 3.00 0.57

CAEP 2.3 CAEP 4.4

8.3. With the student teaching/practicum experience related to my degree/certification program 13 56.52% 9 39.13% 1 4.35% 0 0% 0 23 3.52 4.00 4.00 0.58

CAEP 2.3 CAEP 4.4 Diversity

8.4. With the opportunity to work in diverse school settings 13 56.52% 9 39.13% 1 4.35% 0 0% 0 23 3.52 4.00 4.00 0.58

CAEP 4.4

8.5. With the intellectual challenge provided by my program 11 47.83% 10 43.48% 2 8.7% 0 0% 0 23 3.39 3.00 4.00 0.64

CAEP 4.4

8.6. With being prepared to teach and positively impact P-12+ student learning 12 52.17% 10 43.48% 1 4.35% 0 0% 0 23 3.48 4.00 4.00 0.58

CAEP 4.4 Diversity

8.7. With understanding special education 9 39.13% 9 39.13% 5 21.74% 0 0% 0 23 3.17 3.00

3.00, 4.00 0.76

8.8. With faculty interactions 7 30.43% 14 60.87% 2 8.7% 0 0% 0 23 3.22 3.00 3.00 0.59

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8.9. With staff interactions (certification Office, Dean’s office, Clinical Experiences office) 11 47.83% 11 47.83% 1 4.35% 0 0% 0 23 3.43 3.00

3.00, 4.00 0.58

8.10. With administration interactions 7 31.82% 15 68.18% 0 0% 0 0% 1 22 3.32 3.00 3.00 0.47

8.11. With program advising received through the College of Education Certification Office. 9 40.91% 11 50% 2 9.09% 0 0% 1 22 3.32 3.00 3.00 0.63

8.12. With education program advising received through the SVSU Academic Advisement Center (Wickes Hall). 7 35% 10 50% 2 10% 1 5% 3 20 3.15 3.00 3.00 0.79

8.13. With program advising received faculty in the College of Education. 9 39.13% 12 52.17% 2 8.7% 0 0% 0 23 3.30 3.00 3.00 0.62

CAEP 4.4 9. What is your present attitude toward the SVSU degree/program you completed? See ITEM 20 of Employer Survey

Strongly Positive 13 56.52%

Positive 9 39.13%

Negative 1 4.35%

Strongly Negative 0 0%

CAEP 4.4 10.Considering your knowledge, skills, and abilities as an educator, would you recommend SVSU’s teacher preparation program to other

prospective educators? See ITEM 21 of Employer Survey

Yes 21 91.3%

No 1 4.35%

Unsure 1 4.35%

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11. What type of course did you primarily take?

Traditional face-to-face 6 25%

Hybrid 9 37.5%

Online 1 4.17%

Combination of all three 8 33.33%

12. How would you describe your school building/district for which you are currently employed? See ITEM 24 of Employer Survey

Public 21 91.3%

Private 0 0%

Charter 0 0%

Parochial 1 4.35%

N/A 1 4.35%

13. How would you describe the setting of your school building? See ITEM 25 of Employer Survey

Urban Area (City/Town) (pop. of 50,000 or more) (i.e., Saginaw, Flint or Detroit or Oakland) 6 26.09%

Urban Cluster (pop. more than 25,000 and less than 50,000) (i.e., Bay City or Midland or Huron) 9 39.13%

Town (pop. more than 2,500 and less than 25,000) (i.e, Owosso, Traverse City, Auburn Hills) 4 17.39%

Small town (pop. less than 25,00) (i.e., West Branch, Tawas, Harbor Beach) 4 17.39%

14. How would you define the area of your school building? (Select one) See ITEM 26 of Employer Survey

Urban 9 39.13%

Suburban 10 43.48%

Rural 4 17.39%

15. Please consider selecting which of the following choices best reflects your race/ethnicity (Note: More than 1 selection could be made)

See ITEM 27 of Employer Survey

American Indian or Alaska Native 0

Asian 0

Black or African American 0

Hispanic 2

Native Hawaiian or other Pacific Islander 0

White 18

Multi-Racial 1

Prefer not to respond 2

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Preliminary findings – Pilot Phase of Survey

N = 23 Respondents Only Initial Program Completers’ responses, specifically those who indicated they were employed in the area they earned

a certificate or an endorsement in the designated academic year, were considered in the information presented below.

Category 1: Learner and Learning (InTASC Category 1; CAEP 1.3, 1.4, 4.2, 4.3 - and 4.4 (IP)) Eight items of the survey addressed Category 1: Learner and Learning. At least 91% and up to 95.66% of the initial program completers responded strongly agree

to agree to 5 of the 8 items. Specifically, 95.66% of respondents (n = 22) were favorable to the following two items: prepare to understand how students learn

and develop (employers comparably rated this area with 97.06% of agreement); and prepare an environment that encourages positive social interaction among

students. The following 3 items were also positively rated by 21 (91.30%) of the respondents: prepared to understand and use knowledge of school, family,

cultural and community factors that influence the quality of education for students; prepared to effectively teach students from diverse backgrounds (employers

comparably rated this area with 92.64% of agreement); and prepared to establish a caring relationship with students developed through engagement and high

expectations for all learners. Three items, although rated favorably by a majority of respondents may be areas that faculty will want to pay closer attention to

when considering program improvement: prepared to establish a classroom environment of respect and rapport that provides a culture for learning (86.95% -

employer comparably rated this area with 95.58%); prepared to understand how to provide a variety of opportunities that support student learning and

development (82.61%); and prepared to manage student behavior in the classroom (73.91% – employers comparably rated this area with 94.11%).

Category 2: Content (InTASC Category 2; CAEP 1.3, 4.2, 4.3 - and 4.4 (IP)) Three items on the survey were specific to Category 2: Content. One of the items, prepared to teach the core concepts of my content major, was rated as

strongly agree (n= 14, 60.87%) or agree (n = 7, 30.43%) with an overall favorable percentage of 91.30% (employers comparably rated this area with 97.06%).

Faculty may want to consider the responses for the following 2 items where 19 respondents (82.61%) total had positive responses, and 4 respondents (17.39%)

did not: prepared to have in-depth content knowledge of my professional field and prepared to encourage students to see, question, and interpret ideas from

diverse perspectives and content areas.

Category 3: Instructional Practices (InTASC Category 3; CAEP 1.2, 1.3, 1.4, 4.2, 4.3 - and 4.4 (IP)) Twelve items were dedicated to Category 3: Instructional Practices. For 2 items, (1) prepared to develop lesson plans that align with standards and (2) prepared

to create lesson plans that promote critical thinking of students, respondents unanimously responded favorably (N = 23, 100% - employers comparably rated the

areas with 97.06% and 89.55%, respectively). Twenty-two (n = 22, 95.66%) strongly agreed or agreed that they were prepared to implement lesson plans that

build on the students’ existing knowledge and skills, and 21 (91.30%) of the respondents rated strongly agree and agree to the following 3 items: use effective

communication techniques in order to develop positive learning environments, provide student-centered instruction, and provide feedback. Finally, 6 items

were rated favorably by 20 respondents (86.95%). Of the 6 items, 3 were specific to employment of appropriate assessment techniques and using data to make

instructional decisions (employers comparably rated the areas as 94.11% and 89.71%, respectively). The remaining items that also received 86.95% of favorable

ratings from initial program completers (n = 20) focused on questioning, employing evidence-based practices while instructing, and differentiating instruction.

(Employers comparably rated use of evidence-base practices as 97.06% and differentiating instruction as 83.82%).

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Category 4: Professional Responsibility (InTASC Category 4; CAEP 1.2, 1.3, 4.2, 4.3 - and 4.4 (IP))

Eight items on the survey pertained to Category 4: Professional Responsibility. Two items were rated agreeably by all 23 (100%) of the respondents: prepared to

employ self-reflection to improve reaching practice and prepared to understand the ethical practices of education (employers comparably agreed, 98.53%,

regarding the ethical item). Twenty-two (n = 22, 95.66%) favorably rated that they were prepared to positively impact student learning (employers comparably

rated this with 97.06% in agreement). Three (3) items were rated by 21 respondents (91.30%) as strongly agree to agree: communicate with family and

community, collaborate with educational personnel support, and use multiple resources. Employers comparably rated communicate with family and community

with 87.71% in agreement, and collaborate with educational personnel support with 95.45% in agreement. Nineteen (82.61%) of respondents rated the following

item as favorable, but 4 respondents did not: understand state and federal laws that impact schools (employers comparably had 91.17% favorable). Finally, 18

(78.26%) respondents were agreeable to the item: understand the legal practices in education.

Technology Four (4) items were specific to technology use. For all 4 items, respondents were less agreeable regarding the preparation: 19 (82.61%) were agreeable that they

were prepared to use technology to enhance student learning (employers comparably agreed with 94.12%) and provide opportunities for students to utilize

technology. Eighteen (18, 78.26%) strongly agreed or agreed that they were prepared to use a variety of media resources to present information and prepared

to use technology to enhance their overall professional work (employers comparably agreed with 94.03%).

Satisfaction With the exception of 3 of 13 items, initial program completers were either very satisfied to satisfied with their experiences at SVSU.

Of particular interest with (n= 22, 95.66%):

• Overall quality of instruction in the degree/program

• Being prepared to teach and positively impact P-12+ student learning

• Field-based experiences

• Student teaching/practicum

• Working in diverse school settings

‘Understand Special Education’ is an area that faculty may want to consider while working on program improvement as 18 (78.26%) of the respondents were

satisfied with their preparation on the subject.

Please see tables for additional information regarding the level of satisfaction for advising and interactions with SVSU employees (e.g., administrators, faculty,

staff).

Additional Results When asked, ‘what is your present attitude toward the SVSU degree/program you completed,’ 91.30% (n = 21) responded as either strongly positive or positive. Employers comparably responded with over 98% strongly positive to positive answers.

When asked about recommending SVSU’s teacher preparation program to other prospective educators,’ 21 (91.30%) stated that yes, they would.

Employers comparably responded with over 88% that they would.