Follow-up Survey of Graduates in Ed.S. in Administration
Fall 2010 – Spring 2011
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
1. I lead based on understanding the multiple dimensions of
diversity.
2. I practice effective communication skills with individuals
across populations.
3. I resolve conflict and manage confrontation.
4. I lead based on an understanding of ethical/moral issues
in leadership.
5. I address problems of practice in organizational
situations.
6. I value the importance of collaboration in leadership.
7. I implement conditions and strategies for optimal
learning.
8. I design assessment tools to inform and shape future
planning/instruction.
9. I collect data using various sources and methods.
10. I write reports and results of research of publishable
quality.
11. I promote the success of all students by facilitating the
development, articulation, implementation, and
stewardship of a vision of learning that is shared and
supported by the school community.
12. I promote the success of all students by collaborating
with families and community members, responding to
diverse community interests and needs, and mobilizing
community resources.
13. I use technology in teaching and learning
14. I engage in activities ensuring that curriculum decisions
are based on research, expertise of teachers, and the
recommendations of learned societies
15. I knowledge and understanding of information sources,
data collection, and data analysis strategies
16. I can formulate hypotheses and conduct research to test
these hypotheses.
Overall, how would rate your satisfaction with your
preparation in the Ed.S in Administration program?
Note: Only two students responded to the survey.
Standard
Deviation
0.000
Average
3
0.000
3
0.707
2.5
0.000
3
0.707
2.5
0.000
3
0.707
2.5
0.707
2.5
0.707
2.5
0.000
3
1.414
1
0.707
2.5
0.000
3
0.000
2
0.707
2.5
0.000
3
0.000
3
1. What do you see as the major strength(s) of the Ed.S. in Administration and
Supervision program?
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The individual and collective work that is done with the Field Study. The
independent study helps you to understand the importance of research and data.
The professors that I had during my program were very flexible with the graduate
student's schedules as far as work and workloads are concerned. All the professors
were very understanding and would work with the students to provide reasonable
due dates, ect.
2. What do you see as the major weakness (es) of the Ed.S. in Administration and
Supervision program?
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The Field Study can also cause you trouble. If you are not self-motivating you will
never complete it. There could be some type of program/class that requires a
student to report every two -weeks to show progress on their Field Study.
I would truly like to see more classes offered as face to face. I know it's more
convenient to offer online classes but I miss the discussion aspect of being in a
face to face class with the professors and other students.
3. In what ways has earning this degree impacted you professionally?
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Earning this degree has opened up my career to new challenges. It has also given
me the opportunity to understand the importance of research to improve student
achievement.
I have learned how to be more diplomatic about certain aspects of leadership and
I have also learned to look at situations in a variety of ways instead of just
teacher's way. I have become much more aware of the constant changes in the
educational field and I enjoy researching articles about educational change.
Additionally, this degree will allow me to search for administrative jobs.
4. Add any comments you would like to make about the Ed.S. in Administration and
Supervision program?
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I think that it is a great program and it was a joy to complete it at APSU.
I have learned a lot from my program of study in Administration and Supervision.
The classes that I took helped me gain valuable experience in a variety of different
aspects of leadership. I especially enjoyed taking the practicum classes which helped
me gain first hand leadership experience. I feel I am well prepared to become an
administrator. I've also met many people from other school districts who in turn
may help me in the future should I decide to apply for a job in another district.
I also think my professors will be willing to help me continue my education should I
so desire to do so.