Teacher Questionnaire (Math and Science)

Appendix F
Proposed Main Study
Teacher Questionnaire

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Intro
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-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------BTCNFRM1
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------There are four sections of the HSLS teacher questionnaire:
Section A: The first section asks questions about your background.
Sections B and C: These sections ask about your instruction. Section B is for math
teachers. Section C is for science teachers.
Section D: The final section is related to your beliefs about teaching and your opinions
about your school.

[If (Y_TCHTYP=1 or 3) and (at least one course is preloaded in Y_MRCRS1-6) then display:]
These are the courses we plan to ask you about in Section B. Please confirm that you teach these
classes by checking the box for each class you teach (this may not be a complete list of all the
courses you teach).
BTMCLSS1
[Y_MCRS1]

BTMCLSS2
[Y_MCRS2]

BTMCLSS3
[Y_MCRS3]

BTMCLSS4
[Y_MCRS4]

BTMCLSS5
[Y_MCRS5]

BTMCLSS6
[Y_MCRS6]

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BTMCLNO
Check here if you do not teach any of the above courses.

Routing logic: go to BTAINTRO.
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------BTCNFRM2
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------[If (Y_TCHTYP=2 or 3) and (at least one course is preloaded in Y_SRCRS1-6) then display:]
These are the courses we plan to ask you about in Section C. Please confirm that you teach these
classes by checking the box for each class you teach (this may not be a complete list of all the
courses you teach).

BTSCLSS1
[Y_SCRS1]

BTSCLSS2
[Y_SCRS2]

BTSCLSS3
[Y_SCRS3]

BTSCLSS4
[Y_SCRS4]

BTSCLSS5
[Y_SCRS5]

BTSCLSS6
[Y_SCRS6]

BTSCLNO
Check here if you do not teach any of the above courses.

Routing logic: go to BTAINTRO.
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Routing logic: go to BTAINTRO.
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Section A: Background
************************************************************************----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------BTAINTRO
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------This questionnaire will begin by asking you about your background.
Routing logic: go to BTSEX.
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------BTSEX
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Are you male or female?
1=Male
2=Female
Routing logic: go to BTLATINO.
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------BTLATINO
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Are you of Hispanic or [Latino/Latina] origin?
Conditional wording:
If BTSEX=2 (female) fill "Latina"; else if BTSEX=1 (male) or missing fill "Latino".
1=Yes
0=No
Routing logic: go to BTRACE.
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------BTRACE
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------What is your race?

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BTWHITE
White

BTBLACK
Black/African American

BTASIAN
Asian

BTPACIFC
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander

BTAMINDN
American Indian or Alaska Native
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------BTHIDEG
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------What is the highest degree you have earned?
1=Do not have a degree
2=High School or equivalent
3=Associate’s degree
4=Bachelor’s degree
5=Master’s degree
6=Educational specialist or professional diploma
7=Doctorate or first professional degree

Routing logic:
If BTHIDEG = 4 or higher, than go to BTBAYEAR
If BTHIDEG = 3 go to BCMTHCOL
If BTHIDEG = 1 or 2 BTCERTIF
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------BTBAYEAR
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------In what year did you receive your bachelor's degree?
BTBAYEAR
(please enter in YYYY format)

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Routing logic: go to BTSCH01.
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------BTSCH01
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------[IF web mode and iteration=1]
[if MBCHECK = 1]
What is the name of the school at which you plan to enroll before July 1, 2008?
[else]
What is the name of the school at which you were most recently enrolled between July 1,
2005 and June 30, 2008?
[endif]
[ELSE IF WEB MODE AND ITERATION > 1]
At what other school have you been enrolled between July 1, 2005 and June 30, 2008?
To code your school:
1. Enter all or part of the school name, and its city and state, if known, then click
"Search for School" to display a list of matching schools.
If your school is outside the US and its territories, enter the school name and city,
select "Foreign Country" from the state list, and click "Search for School."
2. Click on the name of your school in the resulting list.
[DISPLAY ENTRY FIELDS HERE]
Hints: Do not use abbreviations or acronyms such as ASU for Arizona State University.
Entering a school name with the city and state will help to limit the number of schools
displayed.
[ELSE if (TIO mode) and iteration =1]
What is the name of the school at which you were most recently enrolled, and in what
city and state is it located?
[ELSE if (TIO mode) and iteration > 1]
At what other school have you been enrolled between July 1, 2005 and June 30, 2008, and
in what city and state is it located?
PLEASE BEAR WITH ME AS I CODE THIS - IT SHOULD JUST take A SECOND.
[ENDIF]
-9=Select One
1=Alabama
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2=Alaska
3=Arizona
4=Arkansas
5=California
6=Colorado
7=Connecticut
8=Delaware
9=District of Columbia
10=Florida
11=Georgia
12=Hawaii
13=Idaho
14=Illinois
15=Indiana
16=Iowa
17=Kansas
18=Kentucky
19=Louisiana
20=Maine
21=Maryland
22=Massachusetts
23=Michigan
24=Minnesota
25=Mississippi
26=Missouri
27=Montana
28=Nebraska
29=Nevada
30=New Hampshire
31=New Jersey
32=New Mexico
33=New York
34=North Carolina
35=North Dakota
36=Ohio
37=Oklahoma
38=Oregon
39=Pennsylvania
40=Rhode Island
41=South Carolina
42=South Dakota
43=Tennessee
44=Texas
45=Utah
46=Vermont
47=Virginia
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48=Washington
49=West Virginia
50=Wisconsin
51=Wyoming
52=Puerto Rico
53=Canada
54=American Samoa
55=Guam
56=Fed State Micronesia
57=Marshall Islands
58=Northern Mariana Isl
59=Palau
60=Virgin Islands
61=American Military
62=Mexico
63=Foreign Country
1=4-year
2=2-year
3=Less-than-2-year
1=Public
2=Private not-for-profit
3=Private for-profit
Routing logic: If a foreign school or don't know, go to MBSCH01A ("Don't know" coding
screen) to fill in name of school.
Else if MBCHECK=1 and the current iteration =1 go to MBETYP01.
Else go to MBCREN01.
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------BTBAEDUC
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Was this bachelor's degree awarded by [institution name]'s department of education?
1=Yes
0=No
Routing logic: go to BTBAMAJR.
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------BTBAMAJR
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------What was your major or field of study for your bachelor's degree?
Please type your major in the space below and click on "Search for major".

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BTBAMAJR
Major/field of study

Routing logic: go to BTBA2ND.
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------BTBA2ND
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Did you have a second undergraduate major or minor field of study?
1=Yes
0=No
Routing logic: if yes go to BTBAMAJ2;
if no or missing go to BTMASTER.
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------BTBAMAJ2
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------What was your second undergraduate major or minor field of study?
Please type your second major or minor in the space below and click on "Search for major".
BTBAMAJ2
Second major/minor field of study
Routing logic:
If BTHIDEG = 5 or higher, than go to BTMAYEAR
If BTHIDEG = 3 go to BCMTHCOL
If BTHIDEG = 1 or 2 BTCERTIF
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------BTMAYEAR
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------In what year did you receive your [fill with highest graduate degree earned from BTHIDEG]
degree?
BTMAYEAR
(please enter in YYYY format)
Routing logic: go to BTSCH02.
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------BTSCH02
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What is the name of the college or university where you earned your [fill with highest graduate
degree earned from BTHIDEG] degree?
-9=Select One
1=Alabama
2=Alaska
3=Arizona
4=Arkansas
5=California
6=Colorado
7=Connecticut
8=Delaware
9=District of Columbia
10=Florida
11=Georgia
12=Hawaii
13=Idaho
14=Illinois
15=Indiana
16=Iowa
17=Kansas
18=Kentucky
19=Louisiana
20=Maine
21=Maryland
22=Massachusetts
23=Michigan
24=Minnesota
25=Mississippi
26=Missouri
27=Montana
28=Nebraska
29=Nevada
30=New Hampshire
31=New Jersey
32=New Mexico
33=New York
34=North Carolina
35=North Dakota
36=Ohio
37=Oklahoma
38=Oregon
39=Pennsylvania
40=Rhode Island
41=South Carolina
42=South Dakota
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43=Tennessee
44=Texas
45=Utah
46=Vermont
47=Virginia
48=Washington
49=West Virginia
50=Wisconsin
51=Wyoming
52=Puerto Rico
53=Canada
54=American Samoa
55=Guam
56=Fed State Micronesia
57=Marshall Islands
58=Northern Mariana Isl
59=Palau
60=Virgin Islands
61=American Military
62=Mexico
63=Foreign Country
1=4-year
2=2-year
3=Less-than-2-year
1=Public
2=Private not-for-profit
3=Private for-profit
Routing logic: Go to BTMAEDUC.

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-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------BTMAEDUC
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Was this [fill with highest graduate degree earned from BTHIDEG] degree awarded by
[institution name]'s department of education?
1=Yes
0=No
Routing logic: go to BTMAMAJR.
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------BTMAMAJR
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------What was your major or field of study for your [fill with highest graduate degree earned from
BTHIDEG] degree?
Please type your major in the space below and click on "Search for major".
BTMAMAJR
Major/field of study
Routing logic:
If Y_TCHTYP = 1 (math) or 3 (math & science) then go to BTMTHCOL;
Else if Y_TCHTYP = 2 (science) go to BTSCICOL.

-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------BTMTHCOL
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------In which of the following branches of mathematics have you taken one or more college-level
courses?
• Algebra (e.g., Abstract Algebra, Linear Algebra, Groups/Rings/Fields)
• Applied mathematics (e.g., Dynamical systems, Game theory, Information theory,
Mathematical modeling, Mathematical physics)
• Calculus/Analysis/Differential equations
• Discrete mathematics/Combinatorics/ Graph theory
• Foundations/Philosophy/History of mathematics/Logic
• Geometry/Trigonometry/Topology
• Number theory
• Probability/Statistics

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-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------BTSCICOL
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Which of the following college-level courses have you taken [Check all that apply.]
• General/introductory biology/life science
[If Yes to introductory course]
Anatomy/physiology
Botany/plant physiology
Cell biology
Ecology
Entomology
Genetics/Evolution
Microbiology
Zoology/animal behavior
• General/introductory chemistry
[If Yes to introductory course]
Analytical chemistry
Biochemistry
Organic chemistry
Physical chemistry
• Any course in the Earth/space sciences
[If Yes]
Astronomy
Environmental science
Geology
Meteorology
Oceanography
Physical Geography
• General/introductory physics
[If Yes to introductory course]
Electricity and magnetism
Heat and thermodynamics
Mechanics
Modern/quantum physics
Nuclear physics
Optics
• Engineering (any)
• Physical Science
go to BTCERTIF.
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------BTCERTIF
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Which of the following describes the [mathematics/science] teaching certificate you currently
hold in THIS state?
1=Regular or standard state certificate or advanced professional certificate
2=Certificate issued after satisfying all requirements except the completion of a
probationary teaching period
3=Certificate that requires some additional coursework, student teaching, or
passing a test before regular certification can be obtained
4=Certificate issued to persons who must complete a certification program in
order to continue teaching
5=I do not hold any of the above certifications in this state

Routing logic: If BTCERTIF=5 then go to BTALTCERT.
Else if BTCERTIF <> 5 and Y_TCHTYP = 1 (math) or 3 (math & science) then go to
BTMGRCRT;
Else if BTCERTIF <> 5 and Y_TCHTYP = 2 (science) go to BTSGRCRT.
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------BTMGRCRT
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------In which grades does this certificate allow you to teach math in THIS state?
BTMTHEL
Any grade, kindergarten - 5th
BTMTHJR
Any grade, 6th - 8th
BTMTHHI
Any grade, 9th - 12th
BTMTHNOA
None of the above
Routing logic: If Y_TCHTYP=3 then go to BTSGRCRT;
else if Y_TCHTYP=1 then go to BTALTCRT.
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------BTSGRCRT
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------In which grades does this certificate allow you to teach science in THIS state?
BTSCIEL
Any grade, kindergarten - 5th
BTSCIJR
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Any grade, 6th - 8th
BTSCIHI1
Any grade, 9th - 12th (biology/life sciences)
BTSCIHI2
Any grade, 9th - 12th (chemistry/physics/physical science)
BTSCIHI3
Any grade, 9th - 12th (earth/space sciences)
BTSCIHI4
Any grade, 9th - 12th (other science)
BTSCIHI4_OTHER
Specify:
BTSCINOA
None of the above
Routing logic: go to BTALTCRT.
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------BTALTCRT
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Did you enter teaching through an alternative certification program?
1=Yes
0=No
Routing logic: if Y_TCHTYP = 1 or 3 go to BTMPRETC;
else if Y_TCHTYP = 2 go to BTSPRETC.
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------BTMPRETC
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Did you work in a field or a job in which you used college-level math before becoming a
teacher?
1=Yes
0=No
Routing logic: if Y_TCHTYP=3 go to BTSPRETC;
else if Y_TCHTYP = 1 go to BTK12YRS.

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BTSPRETC
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Did you work in a field or a job in which you used college-level science before becoming a
teacher?
1=Yes
0=No
Routing logic: go to BTK12YRS.
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------BTK12YRS
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Including this school year, how many years in total have you taught at the following grade
levels?
BTK8YRS
Years taught grades K-8: (Please enter zero if you have never taught grades K-8)

BT912YRS
Years taught grades 9-12:
Routing logic: If Y_TCHTYP=1 (math) or 3 (math and science) go to BTMTHYRS;
else if Y_TCHTYP=2 (science) go to BTSCIYRS.
Please add the following clause to the hard check (will update specs when form is checked back
in): Else if BT912YRS=0 or BTK12YRS=0 then display "Please count this year when reporting
number of years taught; that is, years taught 9-12 and years taught K-12 should be at least 1."
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------BTMTHYRS
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Including this school year, how many years have you taught math at the high school level
(grades 9-12)?
BTMTHYRS
years
Routing logic: If Y_TCHTYP=3 (math and science) then go to BTSCIYRS;
else if Y_TCHTYP=1 then go to BTSCHYRS.
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------BTSCIYRS
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Including this school year, how many years have you taught science at the high school level
(grades 9-12)?
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BTSCIYRS
years
Routing logic: go to BTSCHYRS.
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------BTSCHYRS
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Including this school year, how many years have you taught [math/science/math, science,] or any
other subject at this school?
Conditional wording:
if Y_TCHTYP=1 fill "math";
else if Y_TCHTYP=2 fill "science";
else if Y_TCHTYP=3 fill "math, science,";
BTSCHYRS
years
Routing logic: go to BTPENSN.
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------BTPENSN
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Are you currently collecting a pension from a teacher retirement system or drawing money from
a school/system sponsored 401(k) or 403(b) plan which includes funds you contributed as a
teacher?
1=Yes
0=No
Routing logic: If Y_TCHTYP=1 (math) or 3 (math and science) go to Section B (BTBINTRO);
else if Y_TCHTYP=2 (science) go to Section C (BTCINTRO).

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Section B: Math department and instruction
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-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------BTBINTRO
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Now we have some questions regarding your math instruction and the math department at your
school.
Routing logic: go to BTMTHTCH.

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-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------BTMTHTCH
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Indicate the extent to which you agree or disagree with each of the following statements
about grades 9-12 math teachers at this school.

BTMTCHR1
In this school, grades 9-12 math teachers set high standards for teaching.
1=Strongly agree
2=Agree
3=Disagree
4=Strongly disagree

BTMTCHR2
In this school, grades 9-12 math teachers set high standards for students' learning.
1=Strongly agree
2=Agree
3=Disagree
4=Strongly disagree

BTMTCHR3
Grades 9-12 math teachers in this school believe all students can do well.
1=Strongly agree
2=Agree
3=Disagree
4=Strongly disagree

BTMTCHR4
In this school, grades 9-12 math teachers make expectations for instructional goals clear to
students.
1=Strongly agree
2=Agree
3=Disagree
4=Strongly disagree

BTMTCHR5
Grades 9-12 math teachers in this school have given up on some students.
1=Strongly agree
2=Agree
3=Disagree
4=Strongly disagree
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BTMTCHR6
Grades 9-12 math teachers in this school care only about smart students.
1=Strongly agree
2=Agree
3=Disagree
4=Strongly disagree

BTMTCHR7
Grades 9-12 math teachers in this school expect very little from students.
1=Strongly agree
2=Agree
3=Disagree
4=Strongly disagree

BTMTCHR8
Grades 9-12 math teachers in this school work hard to make sure all students are
learning.
1=Strongly agree
2=Agree
3=Disagree
4=Strongly disagree

Routing logic: if BTMCLNO=1 or (no items are checked in BTMCLSS1-6) then go to
BTMTCHAS;
else go to BTMTHCRS.
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------BTMTHCRS
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------The following questions are in regards to the T_MCRSx course you are teaching.
Which of the following best describes the content of T_MCRSx?
Conditional wording: SecB_loop should loop 1 iteration for each math course stored in
T_MCRS1 -- T_MCRS6. Please fill T_MCRSx with T_MCRS1 for first iteration of SecB_loop
(if T_MCRS1 is non-missing), T_MCRS2 for second iteration of SecB_loop (if T_MCRS2 is
non-missing), etc.
 PreAlgebra

Review/Remedial Math
Integrated Math I, II, or III
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Algebra I, part 1 and part 2
Algebra I
Algebra II
Geometry
Trigonometry
Algebra III
Analytic Geometry
Calculus
Calculus AP (AB)
Calculus AP (BC)
Computer Science
Computer Science AP (A)
Computer Science AP (AB)
Statistics/Probability
Statistics AP
Routing logic: go to BTMTHADD_1.
BTMTHADD_1: Which of the following best describes the achievement level of students in this
class compared with the average 9th grade student in this school? [select one]
A. Higher achievement levels
B. Average achievement levels
C. Lower achievement levels
D. Widely differing achievement levels
Routing logic: go to BTMTHADD_2
BTMTHADD_2. About what percentage of the students in this class are not adequately prepared
to tackle the material you plan to cover? [25% or fewer, 26-50%, 51-75%, more than 75%]
go to BTMTHADD_3
BTMTHADD_3. In this class, do you plan to have students work in small groups? [Yes/No]
If YES, then BTMTHADD_4, otherwise go to BTMTHADD_5
BTMTHADD_4: Primarily, how do you assign students to groups?
1.
2.
3.
4.

Intentionally create groups so students will be of similar ability levels.
Intentionally create groups so students will be of different ability levels.
Create groups without regard to ability level (e.g., alphabetically, randomly).
Groups are chosen by the students.

go to BTMTHADD_5
BTMTHADD_5. Think about your plans for this mathematics class for the entire course. How
much emphasis will each of the following student objectives receive? [None; Minimal
Emphasis; Moderate Emphasis; Heavy Emphasis]
• Increase students’ interest in mathematics
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•
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•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
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Learn mathematical concepts
Learn mathematical algorithms/procedures
Develop students’ computational skills
Develop problem solving skills
Learn to reason mathematically
Learn how mathematics ideas connect with one another
Prepare for further study in mathematics
Understand the logical structure of mathematics
Learn about the history and nature of mathematics
Learn to explain ideas in mathematics effectively
Learn how to apply mathematics in business and industry
Learn to perform computations with speed and accuracy
Prepare for standardized tests

Routing logic: If SecB_loop has looped through for each math course pre-loaded in
T_MCRS1,T_MRCRS2, etc., then go to BTMTCHAS;
Else if SecB_loop has not looped through for each math course pre-loaded in T_MCRS1,
T_MRCRS2, etc., then go to BTMTHCRS.
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------BTMTCHAS
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------To what extent do you agree or disagree with each of the following statements about how
high school (grades 9-12) math teaching assignments are made in this school?.
BTMTCAS1
Advanced courses are assigned to teachers with the most seniority.
1=Strongly agree
2=Agree
3=Disagree
4=Strongly disagree

BTMTCAS2
Advanced courses are assigned to teachers with the strongest math background.
1=Strongly agree
2=Agree
3=Disagree
4=Strongly disagree

BTMTCAS3
All or most math teachers are assigned at least one section of advanced courses.
1=Strongly agree
2=Agree
3=Disagree
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4=Strongly disagree

BTMTCAS4
Non-college prep courses are assigned to teachers new to the profession.
1=Strongly agree
2=Agree
3=Disagree
4=Strongly disagree

BTMTCAS5
Non-college prep courses are assigned to teachers whose students do not perform well
on standardized tests.
1=Strongly agree
2=Agree
3=Disagree
4=Strongly disagree

BTMTCAS6
All or most math teachers are assigned at least one section of a non-college prep
course.
1=Strongly agree
2=Agree
3=Disagree
4=Strongly disagree

Routing logic: go to BTALGREM.
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------BTALGREM
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------How do you rate the remedial help in your school for students who are
struggling in Algebra I?
BTALGRM1
Availability of tutoring or other remedial assistance
1=Poor
2=Fair
3=Good
4=Excellent
BTALGRM2
Quality of tutoring or other remedial assistance
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1=Poor
2=Fair
3=Good
4=Excellent
Routing logic: go to BTMTHDPA.
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------BTMTHDPA
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------To what extent do you agree or disagree with each of the following statements about the
math department in this school?
BTMDPT01
Math teachers in this department share ideas on teaching.
1=Strongly agree
2=Agree
3=Disagree
4=Strongly disagree

BTMDPT02
Math teachers in this department discuss what was learned at a workshop or conference.
1=Strongly agree
2=Agree
3=Disagree
4=Strongly disagree

BTMDPT03
Math teachers in this department share and discuss student work.
1=Strongly agree
2=Agree
3=Disagree
4=Strongly disagree

BTMDPT04
Math teachers in this department discuss particular lessons that were not very
successful.
1=Strongly agree
2=Agree
3=Disagree
4=Strongly disagree

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BTMDPT05
Math teachers in this department discuss beliefs about teaching and learning.
1=Strongly agree
2=Agree
3=Disagree
4=Strongly disagree

BTMDPT06
Math teachers in this department share and discuss research on effective teaching
methods.
1=Strongly agree
2=Agree
3=Disagree
4=Strongly disagree
Routing logic: go to BTMTHDPB.
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------BTMTHDPB
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------To what extent do you agree or disagree with each of the following statements about the
math department in this school? (continued)

BTMDPT07
Math teachers in this department share and discuss research on effective instructional
practices for English language learners.
1=Strongly agree
2=Agree
3=Disagree
4=Strongly disagree

BTMDPT08
Math teachers in this department explore new teaching approaches for under-performing
students.
1=Strongly agree
2=Agree
3=Disagree
4=Strongly disagree

BTMDPT09
Math teachers in this department make a conscious effort to coordinate the content of
courses with other teachers in this school.
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1=Strongly agree
2=Agree
3=Disagree
4=Strongly disagree

BTMDPT10
Math teachers in this department are effective at teaching students mathematics.
1=Strongly agree
2=Agree
3=Disagree
4=Strongly disagree

BTMDPT11
Math teachers in this department provide support to new mathematics teachers.
1=Strongly agree
2=Agree
3=Disagree
4=Strongly disagree

BTMDPT12
The math department's chair or curricular area coordinator's behavior toward the staff
is supportive and encouraging.
1=Strongly agree
2=Agree
3=Disagree
4=Strongly disagree

Routing logic: if Y_TCHTYP=3 go to SectionC (BTCINTRO);
else if Y_TCHTYP=1 go to SectionD (BTDINTRO).

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Section C: Science department and instruction
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-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------BTCINTRO
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Now we have some questions regarding your science instruction and the science department at
your school.
Routing logic: go to BTSCITCH.
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-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------BTSCITCH
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Indicate the extent to which you agree or disagree with each of the following statements
about grades 9-12 science teachers at this school.

BTSTCHR1
In this school, grades 9-12 science teachers set high standards for teaching.
1=Strongly agree
2=Agree
3=Disagree
4=Strongly disagree

BTSTCHR2
In this school, grades 9-12 science teachers set high standards for students' learning.
1=Strongly agree
2=Agree
3=Disagree
4=Strongly disagree

BTSTCHR3
Grades 9-12 science teachers in this school believe all students can do well.
1=Strongly agree
2=Agree
3=Disagree
4=Strongly disagree

BTSTCHR4
In this school, grades 9-12 science teachers make expectations for instructional goals clear to
students.
1=Strongly agree
2=Agree
3=Disagree
4=Strongly disagree

BTSTCHR5
Grades 9-12 science teachers in this school have given up on some students.
1=Strongly agree
2=Agree
3=Disagree
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4=Strongly disagree

BTSTCHR6
Grades 9-12 science teachers in this school care only about smart students.
1=Strongly agree
2=Agree
3=Disagree
4=Strongly disagree

BTSTCHR7
Grades 9-12 science teachers in this school expect very little from students.
1=Strongly agree
2=Agree
3=Disagree
4=Strongly disagree

BTSTCHR8
Grades 9-12 science teachers in this school work hard to make sure all students are
learning.
1=Strongly agree
2=Agree
3=Disagree
4=Strongly disagree

Routing logic: if BTSCLNO=1 or (no items are checked in BTSCLSS1-6) then go to
BTSTCHAS;
else go to BTSCICRS.

-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------BTSCICRS
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------The following questions are in regards to the [T_SCRSx] course you are teaching.
Which of the following best describes the content of [T_SCRSx]?
Conditional wording: SecC_loop should loop 1 iteration for each science course stored in
T_SCRS1 -- T_SCRS6. Please fill [T_SCRSx] with [T_SCRS1] for first iteration of SecC_loop
(if T_SCRS1 is non-missing), [T_SCRS2] for second iteration of SecC_loop (if T_SCRS2 is
non-missing), etc.
 General Science

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Life Science
Physical Science
Principles of Technology
Integrated Science I, II, or III
Anatomy/Physiology
Biology I
Biology II
Biology AP
Chemistry I
Chemistry II
Chemistry AP
Earth Science
Environmental Science
Environmental Science AP
Engineering (any kind)
Physical Science
Physics I
Physics II
Physics AP (B)
Physics AP (C: Electricity and Magnetism)
Physics AP (C: Mechanics)
Routing logic: go to BTSCIADD_1.
BTSCIADD_1: Which of the following best describes the achievement level of students in this
class compared with the average 9th grade student in this school? [select one]
A. Higher achievement levels
B. Average achievement levels
C. Lower achievement levels
D. Widely differing achievement levels
Routing logic: go to BTSCIADD_2.
BTSCIADD_2. About what percentage of the students in this class are not adequately prepared
to tackle the material you plan to cover? [25% or fewer, 26-50%, 51-75%, more than 75%]
Routing logic: go to BTSCIADD_3
BTSCIADD_3. In this class, do you plan to have students work in small groups? [Yes/No]
Routing logic: If YES, then BTSCIADD_4 otherwise go to BTSCIADD_5
BTSCIADD_4: Primarily, how do you assign students to groups?
1.
2.
3.

Intentionally create groups so students will be of similar ability levels.
Intentionally create groups so students will be of different ability levels.
Create groups without regard to ability level (e.g., alphabetically, randomly).
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4.

Groups are chosen by the students.

Routing logic: go to BTSCIADD_5
BTSCIADD_5: Think about your plans for this science class for the entire course. How much
emphasis will each of the following student objectives receive? [None; Minimal Emphasis;
Moderate Emphasis; Heavy Emphasis]
• Increase students’ interest in science
• Learn basic science concepts
• Learn important terms and facts of science
• Learn science process/inquiry skills
• Prepare for further study in science
• Learn to evaluate arguments based on scientific evidence
• Learn how to communicate ideas in science effectively
• Learn about the applications of science in business and industry
• Learn about the relationship between science, technology, and society
• Learn about the history and nature of science
• Prepare for standardized tests
Routing logic: If SecC_loop has looped through for each science course pre-loaded in
T_SCRS1, T_SRCRS2, etc., then go to BTSTCHAS;
Else if SecC_loop has not looped through for each science course pre-loaded in T_SCRS1,
T_SRCRS2, etc., then go to BTSCICRS.

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-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------BTSTCHAS
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------To what extent do you agree or disagree with each of the following statements about how
high school (grades 9-12) science teaching assignments are made in this school?
BTSTCAS1
Advanced courses are assigned to teachers with the most seniority.
1=Strongly agree
2=Agree
3=Disagree
4=Strongly disagree

BTSTCAS2
Advanced courses are assigned to teachers with the strongest science background.
1=Strongly agree
2=Agree
3=Disagree
4=Strongly disagree

BTSTCAS3
All or most science teachers are assigned at least one section of advanced courses.
1=Strongly agree
2=Agree
3=Disagree
4=Strongly disagree

BTSTCAS4
Non-college prep courses are assigned to teachers new to the profession.
1=Strongly agree
2=Agree
3=Disagree
4=Strongly disagree

BTSTCAS5
Non-college prep courses are assigned to teachers whose students do not perform well
on standardized tests.
1=Strongly agree
2=Agree
3=Disagree
4=Strongly disagree

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BTSTCAS6
All or most science teachers are assigned at least one section of a non-college prep
course.
1=Strongly agree
2=Agree
3=Disagree
4=Strongly disagree
Routing logic: go to BTSCIDPA.
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------BTSCIDPA
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------To what extent do you agree or disagree with each of the following statements about the
science department in this school?
BTSDPT01
Science teachers in this department share ideas on teaching.
1=Strongly agree
2=Agree
3=Disagree
4=Strongly disagree

BTSDPT02
Science teachers in this department discuss what was learned at a workshop or
conference.
1=Strongly agree
2=Agree
3=Disagree
4=Strongly disagree

BTSDPT03
Science teachers in this department share and discuss student work.
1=Strongly agree
2=Agree
3=Disagree
4=Strongly disagree

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BTSDPT04
Science teachers in this department discuss particular lessons that were not very
successful.
1=Strongly agree
2=Agree
3=Disagree
4=Strongly disagree

BTSDPT05
Science teachers in this department discuss beliefs about teaching and learning.
1=Strongly agree
2=Agree
3=Disagree
4=Strongly disagree

BTSDPT06
Science teachers in this department share and discuss research on effective teaching
methods.
1=Strongly agree
2=Agree
3=Disagree
4=Strongly disagree
Routing logic: go to BTSCIDPB.
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------BTSCIDPB
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------To what extent do you agree or disagree with each of the following statements about the
science department in this school? (continued)

BTSDPT07
Science teachers in this department share and discuss research on effective
instructional practices for English language learners.
1=Strongly agree
2=Agree
3=Disagree
4=Strongly disagree

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BTSDPT08
Science teachers in this department explore new teaching approaches for underperforming students.
1=Strongly agree
2=Agree
3=Disagree
4=Strongly disagree

BTSDPT09
Science teachers in this department make a conscious effort to coordinate the content
of courses with other teachers in this school.
1=Strongly agree
2=Agree
3=Disagree
4=Strongly disagree

BTSDPT10
Science teachers in this department are effective at teaching students in science.
1=Strongly agree
2=Agree
3=Disagree
4=Strongly disagree

BTSDPT11
Science teachers in this department provide support to new science teachers.
1=Strongly agree
2=Agree
3=Disagree
4=Strongly disagree

BTSDPT12
The science department's chair or curricular area coordinator's behavior toward the
staff is supportive and encouraging.
1=Strongly agree
2=Agree
3=Disagree
4=Strongly disagree

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Routing logic: go to SectionD (BTDINTRO).
************************************************************************
Section D: Beliefs about teaching and school
************************************************************************----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------BTDINTRO
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------The questions in the final section are related to your beliefs about teaching and your
opinions about your school.
Routing logic: go to BTBOYGRL.
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------BTBOYGRL
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------In general, how would you compare males and females in each of the following subjects?
BTBYGRL1
English or Language Arts
1=Females are much better
2=Females are somewhat better
3=Females and males are the same
4=Males are somewhat better
5=Males are much better

BTBYGRL2
Math
1=Females are much better
2=Females are somewhat better
3=Females and males are the same
4=Males are somewhat better
5=Males are much better

BTBYGRL4
Science
1=Females are much better
2=Females are somewhat better
3=Females and males are the same
4=Males are somewhat better
5=Males are much better

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Routing logic: go to BTPROBLM.
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------BTPROBLM
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------To what extent is each of the following a problem in this school?
BTPROB01
Student tardiness
1=Not a problem
2=Minor problem
3=Moderate problem
4=Serious problem

BTPROB02
Student absenteeism
1=Not a problem
2=Minor problem
3=Moderate problem
4=Serious problem

BTPROB03
Student class cutting
1=Not a problem
2=Minor problem
3=Moderate problem
4=Serious problem

BTPROB04
Teacher absenteeism
1=Not a problem
2=Minor problem
3=Moderate problem
4=Serious problem

BTPROB05
Students dropping out
1=Not a problem
2=Minor problem
3=Moderate problem
4=Serious problem

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BTPROB06
Student apathy
1=Not a problem
2=Minor problem
3=Moderate problem
4=Serious problem

BTPROB07
Lack of parental involvement
1=Not a problem
2=Minor problem
3=Moderate problem
4=Serious problem

BTPROB09
Students come to school unprepared to learn
1=Not a problem
2=Minor problem
3=Moderate problem
4=Serious problem

BTPROB10
Poor student health
1=Not a problem
2=Minor problem
3=Moderate problem
4=Serious problem
BTPROB11
Lack of resources and materials for teachers
1=Not a problem
2=Minor problem
3=Moderate problem
4=Serious problem
Routing logic: go to BTLIMITA.
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------BTLIMITA
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------In your view, to what extent do the following limit how you teach?

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BTLIMT01
Students with different academic abilities in the same class
0=Not applicable
1=Not at all
2=A little
3=Some
4=A lot

BTLIMT02
Students who come from a wide range of socio-economic backgrounds
0=Not applicable
1=Not at all
2=A little
3=Some
4=A lot

BTLIMT03
Students who come from a wide range of language backgrounds
0=Not applicable
1=Not at all
2=A little
3=Some
4=A lot

BTLIMT04
Students with special needs (e.g. hearing, vision, speech impairment, physical
disabilities, mental or emotional/psychological impairment)
0=Not applicable
1=Not at all
2=A little
3=Some
4=A lot

BTLIMT05
Uninterested students
0=Not applicable
1=Not at all
2=A little
3=Some
4=A lot

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BTLIMT06
Low morale among students
0=Not applicable
1=Not at all
2=A little
3=Some
4=A lot

BTLIMT07
Disruptive students
0=Not applicable
1=Not at all
2=A little
3=Some
4=A lot

BTLIMT08
Shortage of computer hardware/software
0=Not applicable
1=Not at all
2=A little
3=Some
4=A lot

BTLIMT09
Shortage of support for using computers
0=Not applicable
1=Not at all
2=A little
3=Some
4=A lot

BTLIMT10
Shortage of textbooks for student use
0=Not applicable
1=Not at all
2=A little
3=Some
4=A lot
Routing logic: go to BTLIMITB.

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-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------BTLIMITB
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------In your view, to what extent do the following limit how you teach? (continued)
BTLIMT11
Shortage of other instructional equipment for students' use
0=Not applicable
1=Not at all
2=A little
3=Some
4=A lot

BTLIMT12
Shortage of equipment for your use in demonstrations and other exercises
0=Not applicable
1=Not at all
2=A little
3=Some
4=A lot

BTLIMT13
Inadequate physical facilities
0=Not applicable
1=Not at all
2=A little
3=Some
4=A lot

BTLIMT14
High student/teacher ratio
0=Not applicable
1=Not at all
2=A little
3=Some
4=A lot

BTLIMT15
Lack of planning time
0=Not applicable
1=Not at all
2=A little
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3=Some
4=A lot

BTLIMT16
Lack of autonomy in instructional decisions
0=Not applicable
1=Not at all
2=A little
3=Some
4=A lot

BTLIMT17
Lack of parent/family support
0=Not applicable
1=Not at all
2=A little
3=Some
4=A lot

BTLIMT18
Inadequate opportunities for professional learning
0=Not applicable
1=Not at all
2=A little
3=Some
4=A lot

BTLIMT19
Inadequate administrative support
0=Not applicable
1=Not at all
2=A little
3=Some
4=A lot
Routing logic: go to BTINSTRU.
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------BTINSTRU
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Please indicate the extent to which you agree or disagree with each of the following
statements as it applies to your instruction.
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BTINSTR1
The amount a student can learn is primarily related to family background.
1=Strongly agree
2=Agree
3=Disagree
4=Strongly disagree

BTINSTR2
If students are not disciplined at home, they are not likely to accept any discipline.
1=Strongly agree
2=Agree
3=Disagree
4=Strongly disagree

BTINSTR3
I am very limited in what I can achieve because a student's home
environment is a large influence on his/her achievement.
1=Strongly agree
2=Agree
3=Disagree
4=Strongly disagree

BTINSTR4
If parents would do more for their children, I could do more for my students.
1=Strongly agree
2=Agree
3=Disagree
4=Strongly disagree

BTINSTR5
If a student did not remember information I gave in a previous lesson, I would know
how to increase his/her retention in the next lesson.
1=Strongly agree
2=Agree
3=Disagree
4=Strongly disagree

BTINSTR6
If a student in my class becomes disruptive and noisy, I feel assured that I know some
techniques to redirect him/her quickly.
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1=Strongly agree
2=Agree
3=Disagree
4=Strongly disagree

BTINSTR8
If I really try hard, I can get through to even the most difficult or unmotivated
students.
1=Strongly agree
2=Agree
3=Disagree
4=Strongly disagree

BTINSTR9
When it comes right down to it, I really can not do much because most of a
student's motivation and performance depends on his or her home environment.
1=Strongly agree
2=Agree
3=Disagree
4=Strongly disagree
Routing logic: go to BTPRNCPL.
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------BTPRNCPL
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Please indicate the extent to which you agree or disagree with each of the following
statements about your school's principal.
BTPRINC1
The principal deals effectively with pressures from outside the school that might
interfere with my teaching.
1=Strongly agree
2=Agree
3=Disagree
4=Strongly disagree

BTPRINC2
The principal does a poor job of getting resources for this school.
1=Strongly agree
2=Agree
3=Disagree
4=Strongly disagree
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BTPRINC3
The principal sets priorities, makes plans, and sees that they are carried out.
1=Strongly agree
2=Agree
3=Disagree
4=Strongly disagree

BTPRINC4
The principal knows what kind of school he/she wants and has communicated it to the
staff.
1=Strongly agree
2=Agree
3=Disagree
4=Strongly disagree

BTPRINC5
The principal lets staff members know what is expected of them.
1=Strongly agree
2=Agree
3=Disagree
4=Strongly disagree

BTPRINC6
The principal is interested in innovation and new ideas.
1=Strongly agree
2=Agree
3=Disagree
4=Strongly disagree

BTPRINC7
The principal usually consults with staff members before he/she makes decisions that
affect us.
1=Strongly agree
2=Agree
3=Disagree
4=Strongly disagree
Routing logic: go to BTSTAFF.
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BTSTAFF
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Indicate the extent to which you agree or disagree with each of the following statements.
Teachers at your school...
BTSTAFF1
...help maintain discipline in the entire school, not just in their classroom.
1=Strongly agree
2=Agree
3=Disagree
4=Strongly disagree

BTSTAFF2
...take responsibility for improving the school.
1=Strongly agree
2=Agree
3=Disagree
4=Strongly disagree

BTSTAFF3
...set high standards for themselves.
1=Strongly agree
2=Agree
3=Disagree
4=Strongly disagree

BTSTAFF4
...feel responsible for helping students develop self-control.
1=Strongly agree
2=Agree
3=Disagree
4=Strongly disagree

BTSTAFF5
...feel responsible for helping each other do their best.
1=Strongly agree
2=Agree
3=Disagree
4=Strongly disagree

BTSTAFF6
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...feel responsible that all students learn.
1=Strongly agree
2=Agree
3=Disagree
4=Strongly disagree

BTSTAFF7
...feel responsible when students in this school fail.
1=Strongly agree
2=Agree
3=Disagree
4=Strongly disagree
Routing logic: go to END.
************************************************************************
END
************************************************************************
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------END
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Congratulations, you have completed the HSLS questionnaire!
On behalf of the U.S. Department of Education, thank you for your time and cooperation.
We greatly appreciate your participation in this study.
Routing logic: end teacher survey.

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