Score Twice, Cut Once: Assessing the Predictive Validity of Teacher Selection Tools

This working paper by the Calder Center examines the predictive value of teacher applicant selection tools in Spokane Public Schools. The report seeks to find connections among the use of selection tools and teacher absences, teacher attrition rates, and teacher value-added contributions to student learning. Correlations are found between two of the three, with teacher absences showing no link.