New Induction Candidate Assessment

The Sacramento County Office of Educations New Teacher Induction Program utilizes
several assessment tools to determine candidate competency and recommend candidates for
the clear credential. The assessments and measures focus on progress toward key benchmarks
and self-assessments of the candidates as they progress through the program and are
described below for both the General Education and Education Specialist credentials:
Gen. Ed. (MS/SS):

Formative Assessment of California Teachers (FACT): This state developed formative

assessment tool is comprised of four modules and measures participant teachers assessment
of, context for, inquiry into, and summary of teaching and learning through self-reflection and
review of classroom evidence in concert with the induction experience and with the guidance of
their support provider. The purpose is to deepen teachers understanding of the Inductions
Program Standards and the CTSPs. Data includes observations, student work, lesson plans, and
reflections.

Data Collection Process: Data elements are collected throughout each year of the program
and are reviewed by the support provider for sufficiency. Portfolios were reviewed mid-year
and assessed in May of 2013 and 2014. Data for the May 2014 administration is provided.
(Standards Assessed- CS9 and PS 3,4)

Continuum of Teaching Practice (CTP): This survey of participant teachers measured

changes in their perceived competencies on representative CTSPs as a results of the BTSA
program. The rating scales were taken from the Continuum of Teaching Practice.

Data Collection Process: This survey was administered to participant teachers in the fall and
again in the spring for the 2012-13 and 2013-14 years. Participant teachers completed the
survey under the guidance of their support providers, using evidence to substantiate their level
of expertise in each area. Answers were submitted electronically. (Standards Assessed- CS9
and PS 3, 4)

Statewide Survey of Participant Teachers and Support Providers: This measured how
well teachers worked with their support providers including the quality of their relationship,
frequency of meetings, and frequency of classroom observations. It also assessed whether
challenging conditions existed and how those were remedied by the program or the district and
also measured the induction and formative assessment processes. Lastly it assessed BTSA
program preparation and impact.

Data Collection Process: This survey was administered statewide in spring 2013 and 2014 via
a confidential, electronic survey. (Standards Assessed- CS 7, 9 PS 1,4,5,6)

Education Specialist:

Formative Assessment of California Teachers (FACT): This state developed formative

assessment tool is comprised of four modules and measures participant teachers assessment
of, context for, inquiry into, and summary of teaching and learning through self-reflection and
review of classroom evidence in concert with the induction experience and with the guidance of
their support provider. The purpose is to deepen teachers understanding of the Inductions
Program Standards and the CTSPs. Data includes observations, student work, lesson plans, and
reflections.

Data Collection Process: Data elements are collected throughout each year of the program
and are reviewed by the support provider for sufficiency. Portfolios were reviewed mid-year
and assessed in May of 2013 and 2014. Data for the May 2014 administration is provided.
(Standards Assessed- CS9 and PS 3,4)

Continuum of Teaching Practice (CTP): This survey of participant teachers measured

changes in their perceived competencies on representative CTSPs as a results of the BTSA
program. The rating scales were taken from the Continuum of Teaching Practice.

Data Collection Process: This survey was administered to participant teachers in the fall and
again in the spring for the 2012-13 and 2013-14 years. Participant teachers completed the
survey under the guidance of their support providers, using evidence to substantiate their level
of expertise in each area. Answers were submitted electronically. (Standards Assessed- CS9
and PS 3, 4)

Statewide Survey of Participant Teachers and Support Providers: This measured how
well teachers worked with their support providers including the quality of their relationship,
frequency of meetings, and frequency of classroom observations. It also assessed whether
challenging conditions existed and how those were remedied by the program or the district and
also measured the induction and formative assessment processes. Lastly it assessed BTSA
program preparation and impact.

Data Collection Process: This survey was administered statewide in spring 2013 and 2014 via
a confidential, electronic survey. (Standards Assessed- CS 7, 9 PS 1,4,5,6)

Education Specialist Portfolio and Competencies: This assessment collected data for the
Education Specialist credential; and data on the Level 2 Competency Standards

Data Collection Process: Data was collected through a portfolio and submitted electronically
in spring of 2013 and 2014. (Standards Assessed- CS 7,9, PS 1,4,5,6)