Characteristic 4: Formative and outcome data are collected, analyzed, and used for continuous improvement.

The following evidence-based indicators should be used for each level of residency development. 

• Data-sharing agreement between stakeholders

• Program assessment and evaluation plan with multiple measures that are all tied to the Characteristics and Evidence of an Effective California Teacher Residency Program

• Protocols to communicate about and share data

• Regular meetings scheduled to analyze data across stakeholder groups

• Data used in real-time to revise residency program as needed

• Mentors model how to collect, disaggregate, and make evidence-based analyses that inform their teaching practice

Level 1 residencies are residencies in the earliest stages of development. They are focusing on developing a mission and a vision for the residency. Level 1 residencies are developing authentic partnerships, developing basic budgets, and financial planning, and are defining hiring needs to be targeted by their new residency. 

Research-Based Evidence and Indicators