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 3 residencies have established indicators for Level 1 and 2, and are focusing on financial sustainability, mentor effectiveness, alignment of professional learning opportunities across residency programs, resident growth and retention and long-term professional learning. 

Research-Based Evidence and Indicators