1. Deconstructing Standard Two, Element 2-b Dr
Deconstructing Standard Two, Element 2-b Dr. Sallie Averitt Miller Associate Dean for Assessment and Accreditation Columbus State University
GaPSC Regional Assessment Workshops
May 17, 2012, 1:30 – 3:00 p.m. Paine College, Augusta, Georgia

2. GaPSC AFI Frequency Report
Results of a frequency count of AFIs cited for Standard Two from 2007 – 2011 as recorded in the PSC Decision Log
Highest Number of Citations: Candidate assessment data are regularly and systematically collected, compiled, aggregated, summarized, and analyzed to improve candidate performance, preparation program quality, and professional education unit operations.

3. Workshop Participant Anticipation Guide
What is Standard 2?
What is Standard 2, Element 2-b?
What are the key criteria for meeting the expectations of Element 2-b?
Does your university meet the key criteria of Standard 2, Element 2-b? Discussion.
Quick Project

4. Use of Data for Improvement Data Collection, Analysis & Evaluation
Standard 2
Assessment System
Element 2-a
Use of Data for Improvement
Element 2-c
Data Collection, Analysis & Evaluation
Element 2-b
Standard 2: Assessment System and Unit Evaluation
The unit has an assessment system that collects and analyzes data on applicant qualifications, candidate and graduate performance, and unit operations to evaluate and improve the performance of candidates, the unit, and its programs.

5. Standard 2, Element 2-b
Element 2-b focuses on regular and systematic data collection, analysis, and evaluation for the purposes of improving candidate performance, program quality, and unit operations.
Data Evaluation
Data Analysis
Data Collection

6. Standard 2, Element 2-b Data Collection, Analysis, and Evaluation –continued
Multiple assessments from internal and external sources at transition points are documented through effective used of information technology.
Induction for Graduates with Initial Certification
Exit from Initial Program
Entry to Student Teaching
Entry to Teacher Education

7. Standard 2, Element 2-b Data Collection, Analysis, and Evaluation –continued
Data are summarized, analyzed, and reported by discipline; and are disaggregated for alternate route, off-campus, and distance learning programs to ensure quality and consistency across offerings by the unit.

8. System uses multiple assessments.
Standard 2, Element 2-b –Key Criteria Data Collection, Analysis, and Evaluation
System uses multiple assessments.
Internal Sources
External Sources

9. Standard 2, Element 2-b –Key Criteria Data Collection, Analysis, and Evaluation –continued
System is maintained and data are collected regularly from:
Applicants
Candidates
Recent graduates
Faculty
Others in the professional community

10. Standard 2, Element 2-b –Key Criteria Data Collection, Analysis, and Evaluation –continued
Data are regularly and systematically:
Compiled, aggregated, summarized, and analyzed
Maintained using information technology
Disaggregated by discipline and for alternate route, off-campus, and distance learning programs
Records of formal complaints are maintained and resolutions are documented.

11. Standard 2, Element 2-b Data Collection, Analysis, and Evaluation
Does your university meet the key criteria?
We mostly do well with data collection, aggregation, traditional assessments, and reporting.
However, the challenge is to use assessment data to make meaningful plans for improvement, then implement and evaluate those plans.

12. Standard 2, Element 2-b Data Collection, Analysis, and Evaluation
Quick Project
Note: The first example of completed for workshop participant.
Group Sharing and Discussion
Provide a “fix it” plan so that unit can continue toward target
Rate the seven Unit Program Report Areas and Provide Rationale

13. Standard 2, Element 2-b Data Collection, Analysis, and Evaluation
Quick Project
Questions, Comments, and Discussion