Follow-up Survey of Graduates
Curriculum and Instruction
Mathematics
Fall 2011 – Spring 2012
Rate how well you were prepared in the following areas.
Rate each item on a 3-point scale with 3 = Very Prepared, 2 = Prepared, 1 – Not Well Prepared
Item
N=1
Average
1. I can draw on broad knowledge of mathematics to shape my teaching and
set curricular goals.
3
2. I understand significant connections among mathematical ideas and the
application of those ideas not only within mathematics but also to other
disciplines and the world outside of school.
3
3. I use my pedagogical knowledge to make curricular decisions, select
instructional strategies, develop instructional plans, and formulate
assessment plans.
3
4. I can help students develop a positive disposition for mathematics and foster
the development of all students’ abilities to use mathematics as a way to
understand the world around them.
3
5. I focus instruction on developing students’ mathematical power by providing
opportunities for students to understand and apply mathematical concepts;
investigate, explore, and discover structures and relationships; demonstrate
flexibility and perseverance in solving problems; create and use
mathematical models; formulate problems of their own; and justify and
communicate their conclusions.
3
6. I use current technologies and other resources to promote student learning
in mathematics.
3
7. I select, adapt, and create engaging instructional materials and draw on
human resources from the school and the community to enhance and
extend students' understanding and use of mathematics.
3
8. I integrate assessment into their instruction to promote the learning of all
students.
3
9. I design, select, and employ a range of formal and informal assessment tools
to match their educational purposes.
3
10. I help students develop self-assessment skills, encouraging them to reflect on
their performance.
3
3
11. I regularly reflect on teaching and learning.
12. I seek advice from others and draw on education research scholarship to
improve my practice.
3
13. I can collaborate with parents, other professionals, and persons from
community agencies to facilitate the best of learning from my students.
3
Overall, how would rate your satisfaction with your preparation in the
Curriculum and Instruction –Mathematics program?
3
1. What do you see as the major strength(s) of the Curriculum and Instruction –
Mathematics?

I can approach the instructors for help at any time. In fact, did so just last night.
2. What do you see as the major weakness(es) of the Curriculum and Instruction –
Mathematics?

I would like to see an option to take more math and create more curriculum to
use.
3. In what ways has earning this degree impacted you professionally?

I can now teach some classes at APSU and offer dual enrollment course at the
school I teach at due to this degree.
4. Add any comments you would like to make about the Curriculum and Instruction –
Mathematics program?
N/A
100% Male (1)
100% Caucasian
100% Teacher