The College of Education is hosting an accreditation visit by the
Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP) from 3rd December
to 6th December 2023. CAEP is an international evaluation organization that
accredits professional education programs. As part of the accreditation process,
stakeholders are encouraged to submit third-party comments to the CAEP evaluation
team.
If you have any experiences or insights related to the quality of
professional education programs offered at the College of Education, we kindly invite
you to share your thoughts with CAEP. Comments should specifically address
substantive matters and must be based on the core tenets of CAEP accreditation
standards of excellence. Some key points to consider when providing your
comments are:
- Providing evidence that
teacher candidates possess a strong understanding of the subject matter and are
effective in teaching it to students.
- Demonstrating that candidates
(students) can apply theoretical knowledge effectively in real-world P-12
classrooms.
- The College is engaged in
continuous assessment, development, and improvement.
- The College ensures that
its faculty and programs keep up with new knowledge, best practices, and
advancements in technology.
- The college is adaptable
and responsive to the changing landscape of education and educational reforms.
If you wish to submit written testimony, Please fill out this form or you can
send them to the email: callforcomments@caepnet.org.
Please note that all comments must be written in English language.
The specified period for submitting comments to the College is from 15th
August 2023 to 15th September 2023. Your input during this
timeframe is essential in helping us understand your perspectives and address
any substantive matters related to the quality of professional education
programs offered.
In your submission, kindly specify your relationship to the institution
(e.g., graduate, present or former faculty member, employer of graduates, etc.)
to help CAEP better understand your perspective.
Your feedback will be treated confidentially and will play a crucial
role in the College's accreditation.
Many thanks for your continuous support and cooperation.
Quality Assurance & Academic Accreditation Unit
College of Education
Sultan Qaboos University
