Finally, we found that candidates felt they learned from engaging in the PACT
assessment. Large majorities felt that they learned important skills through the
process of constructing the teaching event and that the experience helped them
improve their knowledge of learners, their assessment of student learning progress,
and their ability to reflect more carefully on instructional decisions.Well over 80 % of
candidates felt that their teacher education coursework and student teaching experiences
were helpful in preparing them for the PACT teaching event.