Education- CAEP Accreditation

The Davis & Elkins Teacher Education program is accredited by the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP). Davis & Elkins College is proud to share impact and outcome measures that demonstrate that our graduates are effective teachers and teacher leaders who contribute to student learning.

 

CAEP Measures

The following is the list of CAEP measures and corresponding data that provide supporting evidence for each measure:

Measure 1: Completer Effectiveness and Impact on P-12 Learning and Development 

The Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP) Annual Impact Measure 1 assesses the effectiveness of program completers in contributing to P-12 student learning and development. This measure evaluates the extent to which graduates of educator preparation programs (EPPs) positively influence student achievement and growth in their classrooms.

To determine impact, Davis & Elkins College collects and analyzes data through a Completer Effectiveness Study. Additional data is collected through the Transition to Teaching Survey and the Employer Surveys which are conducted annually.

Data will become available in August 2025

 

Measure 2: Satisfaction of Employers and Stakeholder Involvement

The Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP) Annual Reporting Impact Measure 2 evaluates the satisfaction of employers with program completers and the involvement of stakeholders in the educator preparation process. This measure reflects how well Davis & Elkins College Teacher Education Programs align their practices with the needs and expectations of schools, districts, and the broader educational community.

To assess employer satisfaction and stakeholder involvement, Davis & Elkins College collects and analyzes data from various sources, including The Transition to Teaching Survey and the Employer Survey. Additionally, minutes from stakeholder meetings can be found below.

Data will become available in August 2025

 

Measure 3: Candidate Competency at Program Completion

The Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP) Annual Outcome Measure 3 evaluates the competency of teacher candidates at the time of program completion. This measure ensures that candidates demonstrate the necessary knowledge, skills, and professional dispositions to be effective educators upon entering the workforce. 

To assess candidate competency, Davis & Elkins College Teacher Education Program collects and analyzes multiple data sources including performance on the Praxis Performance Assessment of Teachers (PPAT), the Candidate Pre-Service Assessment of Student Teaching (CPAST), and Praxis Content exam pass rates.

CAEP Measure 3: Candidate Competency at Completion 

 

Measure 4: The ability of completers to be hired in the education positions for which they have been prepared

The Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP) Annual Outcome Measure 4 evaluates the extent to which program completers secure employment in education positions that align with their preparation. This measure reflects the effectiveness of Davis & Elkins College Teacher Education programs in producing graduates who meet the hiring needs of schools and districts.

Data will become available in August 2025