Effective Preparation Framework
The goal of the Effective Preparation Framework (EPF) is to support Educator Preparation Programs (EPPs) continuous improvement through the development of a shared vision for high-quality educator preparation in Texas.
The EPF Impact Model
The EPF supports EPP continuous improvement through a shared vision for high-quality educator preparation and an aligned continuing review process. It is grounded in evidence-based best practices that Texas EPPs engage in daily.
EPPs can use the EPF as an aspirational goal so that their practices reflect quality, resulting in well-prepared candidates who are equipped to engage and support Texas’ diverse population of students.
The EPF will also provide the foundation for the alignment of statewide resources and supports to the needs of Texas EPPs.
Effective Preparation Framework Overview
The EPF consists of five foundational levers that EPPs pull to ensure that novice teachers are well-prepared. A set of essential actions for each lever that describes what the most effective EPPs do to support powerful educator preparation, and for each essential action, key practices define high-level performance with specificity.
The EPF consists of five foundational levers that work together as an integrated whole that, when pulled by EPPs, ensures that novice teachers are well-prepared and have demonstrated the knowledge and skills necessary to improve the performance students in Texas.
EPF Levers and Definitions
The five levers and brief descriptions of each can be found below. Click on a lever to reveal its description.
Develops, implements, monitors, and continuously improves program systems and structures aligned to the program’s vision, mission, guiding principles, and strategic plan.
Strategically recruits, selects, supports, and retains teacher candidates through successful completion of the preparation program.
Builds and maintains strong, collaborative partnerships with LEAs by establishing a shared vision, mutual accountabilities, and ongoing governance practices to produce well-prepared beginning teachers ready to meet the partner’s needs.
Designs standards-aligned curriculum that integrates meaningful practice-based experiences and builds candidates’ skills to meet the need of all students.
Structures meaningful, integrated practice-based experiences throughout the preparation program and provides ongoing opportunities for coaching, development, and continuous improvement of teacher candidates, program faculty and staff, and LEA partners.
Effective Preparation Framework Resources
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