Bethel University Summary
This document summarizes the findings from focused discussion groups aimed at continuous improvement for Bethel University's Education Preparation Program (EPP). Key areas identified for improvement include developing classroom management and behavior strategies, enhancing differentiation and Universal Design for Learning in lesson planning, increasing P-12 student engagement, improving communication skills with families and professionals, fostering candidate dispositions and professionalism, and ensuring consistency in communication among all stakeholders. The EPP is addressing these concerns through initiatives such as disposition assessments, lesson plan template revisions, standardized faculty training, and the transition to yearlong residencies, with advanced programs focusing on applying specialized knowledge, engaging in high-quality clinical practice, increasing candidate diversity, and building partnerships for feedback, all aimed at continuously improving candidate performance and program effectiveness.