What are some pitfalls/problem areas to avoid when completing the NMSA program review report?
• Problem Area 1: Program assessments are generic and more appropriate for the unit rather than the program, (e.g., INTASC Standards or generic scoring guides for all student teacher in the unit). This is one of the most common problems with programs that are not approved/recognized by NMSA. Program assessments must specifically reflect the content and language of the NMSA Standards (e.g., young adolescent, not student; middle level curriculum, not just curriculum). Assessments reflecting generic standards such as INTASC are not acceptable for middle level programs. It is essential that the NMSA Standards be used when designing middle level teacher preparation assessments. Simply showing a matrix with the NMSA Standards aligned with more generic standards will not result in approval and national recognition. • Problem Area 2: Programs rely on grade point averages rather than on carefully designed rubrics/scoring guides. NCATE does permit the use of grade point averages as an assessment
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