COE Alumni Survey

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Help Us Celebrate Excellence in Education!
Your voice matters. By completing this survey, you’ll have the opportunity to be considered for the College of Education’s 2025 Elevating Excellence Change Maker or Educational Disruptor award—recognizing graduates who are making powerful contributions to the field of education.

Please respond to each statement using the provided scale from Strongly Disagree (1) to Strongly Agree (5). For open-ended questions, we encourage you to share thoughtful, detailed responses based on your personal experiences—these will be especially important in identifying award recipients.

Note: Your feedback will also support Chicago State University’s College of Education in its ongoing efforts to enhance educator preparation and achieve national accreditation through the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP).

Thank you for contributing to our mission of educational excellence!

Statement

Statement
	Strongly Disagree (1)	Disagree (2)	Undecided (3)	Agree (4)	Strongly Agree (5)
1. My program prepared me to successfully navigate key transition points, from admission to completion.	Strongly Disagree (1)	Disagree (2)	Undecided (3)	Agree (4)	Strongly Agree (5)
2. My program effectively developed my content knowledge, teaching skills, and ability to integrate technology in the classroom.	Strongly Disagree (1)	Disagree (2)	Undecided (3)	Agree (4)	Strongly Agree (5)
3. The program communicated clearly regarding transition points, academic progress, and available support services.	Strongly Disagree (1)	Disagree (2)	Undecided (3)	Agree (4)	Strongly Agree (5)
4. The program provided high-quality clinical experiences that helped me develop the knowledge, skills, and professional dispositions needed to impact diverse students’ learning.	Strongly Disagree (1)	Disagree (2)	Undecided (3)	Agree (4)	Strongly Agree (5)
5. I had clinical experiences in diverse settings, allowing me to engage with P-12 students, schools, families, and communities.	Strongly Disagree (1)	Disagree (2)	Undecided (3)	Agree (4)	Strongly Agree (5)
6. My program fostered strong partnerships with schools and communities to address real-world educational issues.	Strongly Disagree (1)	Disagree (2)	Undecided (3)	Agree (4)	Strongly Agree (5)
7. My program effectively prepared me with the knowledge, skills, and dispositions needed to be a successful educator.	Strongly Disagree (1)	Disagree (2)	Undecided (3)	Agree (4)	Strongly Agree (5)
8. The training and experiences in my program were relevant to real-world educational challenges.	Strongly Disagree (1)	Disagree (2)	Undecided (3)	Agree (4)	Strongly Agree (5)
9. My preparation allowed me to apply professional knowledge and strategies in the classroom to support student learning.	Strongly Disagree (1)	Disagree (2)	Undecided (3)	Agree (4)	Strongly Agree (5)
10. The instructional strategies I learned in my program have positively impacted my students' outcomes.	Strongly Disagree (1)	Disagree (2)	Undecided (3)	Agree (4)	Strongly Agree (5)
11. My program provided a solid foundation in using data and assessments to support student learning growth.	Strongly Disagree (1)	Disagree (2)	Undecided (3)	Agree (4)	Strongly Agree (5)
12. The program helped me effectively integrate technology into my teaching practice.	Strongly Disagree (1)	Disagree (2)	Undecided (3)	Agree (4)	Strongly Agree (5)
13. My program provided adequate academic and professional support to help me meet key milestones.	Strongly Disagree (1)	Disagree (2)	Undecided (3)	Agree (4)	Strongly Agree (5)
14. I was informed about the process for addressing concerns or filing complaints, and the program responded appropriately to my concerns.	Strongly Disagree (1)	Disagree (2)	Undecided (3)	Agree (4)	Strongly Agree (5)
15. My employer views me as well-prepared to work effectively with diverse P-12 students and families.	Strongly Disagree (1)	Disagree (2)	Undecided (3)	Agree (4)	Strongly Agree (5)
16. The knowledge, skills, and experiences I gained in my program are relevant to the challenges and expectations I face in my job.	Strongly Disagree (1)	Disagree (2)	Undecided (3)	Agree (4)	Strongly Agree (5)
17. I feel confident in applying what I learned during my program to support student learning and development.	Strongly Disagree (1)	Disagree (2)	Undecided (3)	Agree (4)	Strongly Agree (5)

What are three notable accomplishments in your career as an educator that demonstrate your ability to positively impact student learning, school improvement, or community engagement?

Describe a specific occasion when you realized you had made a meaningful difference in a student’s life. What actions did you take, and what was the outcome?

How have you contributed to elevating educational excellence in your career? Provide examples of how your work has influenced students, colleagues, or the broader educational community.

Please save the date, Sunday, April 27, 2025, for Reach for the Stars: Celebrating Educational Excellence Jazz Brunch hosted by the College of Education.
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