| Session Title: Formative Program Assessment: Practical Implications for 80,000 New Teachers in California |
| Demonstration Session 113 to be held in the Granite Room Section C on Wednesday, Nov 5, 4:30 PM to 6:00 PM |
| Sponsored by the Program Theory and Theory-driven Evaluation TIG |
| Presenter(s): |
| Lois Abel, Sinclair Research Group, lois@sinclairgroup.org |
| Abstract: An adaptation of W. Deming's Formative Assessment Model (Plan, Teach/Implement, Reflect, Apply) and the Goal Assessment Model are the foundation for the program evaluation of the very successful Beginning Teacher Support and Assessment Induction Program in California. The application of these theories over the last four years with over 80,000 new teachers will be examined. Highlighted will be the impact of the model of formative program assessment results on state legislation, improved program standards, astounding growth in retention rates, and the ever synergistic movement toward increased practical excellence in new teacher skill and ability. |