The below table provides an overview of the content specific approvals for Kent State’s educator preparation programs that are reviewed by Specialized Professional Associations (SPAs), the Ohio Department of Higher Education (ODHE) and/or other accrediting agencies.
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June 6th marks National Higher Education Day — a reminder of the transformative power of education and the challenges facing students across the nation. With fewer than half of first-time college students completing their degrees within six years, institutions like Kent State University play a crucial role in changing these statistics.{"preview_thumbnail":"/s3fs-root/s3fs-public/styles/video_embed_wysiwyg_preview/public/video_thumbnails/1088892526.jpg?VersionId=yS3HnGLfzcZwc6Z8s_6Fko0RjV5cRF6H&itok=4aNLW7cK","video_url":"https://vimeo.com/1088892526","settings":{"responsive":true,"width":"...
The Crystal, a three-story, glass atrium and entrance to the Akron Art Museum, provided the perfect backdrop for these diamonds in the rough, a coming-of-age collection manifested in the proud work of multi-talented, middle and high school students from Akron participating in a program designed to illicit self-expression through poetry, art and virtual reality. The gala marked the culmination and celebration of phase one of a language arts project, “Vulnerable Youth: Writing Our Lives,” a collaboration between Kristine Pytash, Ph.D., and Amy Walker, Ph.D., professors in the ...
We employs comprehensive assessments including focus groups, surveys and rubrics to evaluate and enhance teacher preparation programs, ensuring continuous improvement and alignment with professional standards.
Review details on where CAEP, SPA and ODHE assessments are housed for each of our programs.
As part of the accreditation process, the educator preparation programs are also reviewed by Specialized Professional Associations (SPAs), the Ohio Department of Higher Education (ODHE), and/or other accrediting agencies.
High-quality teachers and principals are developed through high-quality educator preparation programs. Ohio Revised Code 3333.048 requires the Chancellor of Higher Education and the Superintendent of Public Instruction to establish and publish metrics for institutions of higher education that prepare educators and other school personnel.
Annual reporting measures provide incentives for providers to routinely gather, analyze, and report critical data about their programs as one means for public accountability, transparency, and continuous improvement.
Heidi Baumgart, '06, graduated from the Kent State University School of Media and Journalism (MDJ) and maintains her connection with us by volunteering with Kent State University Ambassadors and the College of Communication and Information (CCI). As a leader and integrator, she develops leadership skills in students, professionals and business leaders. Heidi calls connection her favorite sport and KSU is her favorite team—we're grateful to have such a dedicated superfan. Learn more about her journey and insights below. 1. What drew you to Kent State? My high school art teacher had go...
