Vanderbilt Ed.D. capstone · 2026
Learner readiness in bus operator training
Working with Theresa Impastato, Ed.D., and Keena Smith, Ed.D., I studied learner readiness in pre-service bus operator training at one of the largest transit systems in the United States. Our mixed-methods study drew on nine data sources and more than 170 participants, including surveys, interviews, focus groups, observations, and document analysis.
We identified opportunities to assess readiness earlier, connect instructor feedback across training settings, and give learners more differentiated and authentic practice. We delivered five recommendation areas to the organization's training and development leaders, addressing readiness assessment, learner support, instruction, practice, and the learning environment.
- Data sources
- 9
- Participants
- 170+
- Recommendation areas
- 5
