ED5545 Curriculum & Instruction Master Practicum II

Curriculum Assessment Instruction Portfolio Presentation ED5545 Curriculum & Instruction Master Practicum II Christine M. Burkette

The graduate courses I have completed at Capella University in Curriculum & Instruction graduate program has given me a clear direction of how to plan and effective classroom assessment that will unwrap the standards to support a diverse population of learners and measure their understanding of the content using instructional strategies that will lead them to achieving success and closing the gaps in their educational profiles. “The success of a plan is best measured when those who are implementing it can see it’s Success” C.Burkette, 2010 Introduction: Curriculum Assessment Instruction

Curriculum Assessment Instruction The purpose of this presentation is to share the process of developing the 10 week learning model for your school. My hope is this 10 week learning model will support a clear direction of how to plan and effective classroom assessment that will unwrap the standards to support a diverse population of learners and measure their understanding of the content using instructional strategies that will lead them to achieving success and closing the gaps in their educational profiles. Purpose of Competencies: Each of the documents represented in this presentation are examples of ED5545 course competencies that guided my process to develop the 10 week learning model. Purpose Statement

ED5504 • 1-Examine the current knowledge base and research on achievement gaps in P-12 learning environments. • 2-Analyze research-based instructional strategies shown to increase achievement for diverse learners. • 3-Develop a data- and research-based plan that decreases achievement gaps. ED5534 • 3-Articulate research findings that support a classroom community for literacy. Develop curricula reflecting the local philosophy and mission, professional research, current trends, and community and societal needs. Competency 1 Curriculum Assessment Instruction

Develop curricula reflecting the local philosophy and mission, professional research, current trends, and community and societal needs. • ED5535 • 4 - Apply research for the improvement of curriculum and instruction. • ED7538 • 1 - Examine definitions, models, concepts and theory related to the improvement of curriculum and instruction. • 4 - Organize research for gathering, analyzing and reporting data for the improvement of curriculum and instruction. Competency I - Continued Curriculum Assessment Instruction

Understanding by Design Reference the following artifacts : Template with Design Questions for Teachers. Violence Prevention (training manual) Algebra I : Pre-assessment to establish student comprehension baseline. (10:10 Curriculum Map) Research-based plan to decrease achievement gaps (Video Presentation) Curriculum Assessment Instruction

Competency 2: ED5007 • 5 - Use data and technology appropriately. • 6 - View learning environments as complex, adaptive systems ED5500 • 2 - Incorporate best practices in teaching and instruction ED5501 • 1-Evaluate instruction for professional development. ED5503 • 3-Integrate research-based classroom management practices into the learning environment. • 4-Analyze the application of special education laws including IEP accommodations and Section 504 plans. Instruct, design and assess learning. Curriculum Assessment Instruction

Competency 2: ED5533 • 2-Apply tools to short-range curriculum mapping. ED5534 • 1-Characterize the social, cultural, and academic challenges faced by readers with linguistically diverse needs. • 2-Design a classroom community for literacy. • 4-Construct strategic instruction for a classroom community for literacy. ED5540 • 2-Teaching and Learning Strategies for Diverse Learners and Classrooms ED7538 • 4-Organize research for gathering, analyzing and reporting data for the improvement of curriculum and instruction. Instruct, design and assess learning. Curriculum Assessment Instruction

Instructional Strategies to Support Academic Achievement Curriculum Assessment Instruction

10:10 Curriculum Map The 10 week learning model is a short-range curriculum mapping process that will allow the teacher to meet the students at their level of comprehension and build. Curriculum Assessment Instruction

10:10 Curriculum Map This type of short-range curriculum mapping will also support a diverse population of learners. Collecting data at the beginning of each level a pre & post assessment Curriculum Assessment Instruction

Expectations of the 10:10 Curriculum Map Teachers will be able to : • Collect data to measure a students progress. • Improve students academic performance every 10 weeks. • Identify the key components missing in their learning profile. • Incorporate instructional strategies and assignments/activities that will accomplish the goal of “Hitting the Target” (BIG Idea and/or Essential Question). Students will be able to: • Measure their progress • Develop skills to improve their academic performance • Identify their learning style and strengthen the areas they are not scoring above proficient. 10:10 Curriculum Map Curriculum Assessment Instruction

Competency 3: ED5007 • 1-Think critically and reflectively. ED5500 • 4-Demonstrate the dispositions expected of a professional educator and self-directed learner. ED5504 • 4-Reflect on personal dispositions to identify areas of focus for personal learning and growth • 5-Examine the roles of leadership and collaborative practice in successful school-wide improvement. Lead in curriculum and instruction. Curriculum Assessment Instruction

Leading by Example • Matching Interventions with desired outcomes: • What outcomes am I hoping for? • Which activity will produce the desired outcome. • Which instructional strategy fits best with the requirements of learning . • Do I have the resources to support this approach? Interactive Lesson Planning Guided Instruction Curriculum Assessment Instruction Kaser, J. & Mundry, S. & Stiles, K. & Loucks-Horsely, S. (2002). Leading Every Day: 124 Actions for Effective Leadership, Corwin Press, Inc.; Thousand Oaks, CA.

Competency 4: ED5007 • 2-Communicate in a scholarly manner. ED5501 • 4-Collaborate with other professionals and the family for the purpose of improving instruction. ED5504 • 5-Examine the roles of leadership and collaborative practice in successful school-wide improvement ED5535 • 1-Examine emerging theory and practice focused on collaboration for the improvement of curriculum and instruction. Collaborate for the improvement of curriculum and instruction. Curriculum Assessment Instruction

Competency 4: ED5535 • 2-Explore recent innovations in collaborative practices for the improvement of curriculum and instruction. • 3-Engage in collaborative activities such as peer review, coaching, lesson study, or collaborative analysis of student work for the improvement of collaboration in the curriculum review process teacher-to-teacher ED5570 • 4-Collaborate for the improvement of curriculum and instruction. Collaborate for the improvement of curriculum and instruction. Curriculum Assessment Instruction

Professional Development Curriculum Assessment Instruction

Explore recent innovations in collaborative practices for the improvement of curriculum and instruction. Slide 2 in 3D Lesson Planning The video clip below is used for a lecture following instruction Curriculum Assessment Instruction

Competency 5: ED5007 • 3-Engage in scholarly inquiry. ED5006 • 3-Evaluate research studies to distinguish purpose, benefits, strengths, and weaknesses. • 4-Analyze the commonalities and differences between the conceptual and philosophical bases of existing research paradigms. • 5-Formulate strategies to identify appropriate topics for research. • 6-Design specific, appropriate, and feasible research questions. Conduct and evaluate research to enrich practice and theory in curriculum Curriculum Assessment Instruction

Competency 5: ED5006 • 7-Synthesize the research literature to identify gaps in existing research and define the context of a study. • 8-Evaluate ethical dilemmas involved in conducting research. • 9-Evaluate data collection strategies based on the characteristics of the research design. • 10-Design and defend appropriate data analysis strategies to analyze, summarize and interpret findings. • 11-Design a research proposal or prospectus. Conduct and evaluate research to enrich practice and theory in curriculum Curriculum Assessment Instruction

Data Profile and Outcomes Curriculum Assessment Instruction

Student Population/Demographics Total Student Population = 69 African American = 99% Hispanic = 1% Demographics Free and reduced lunch = 100% Living in Foster Care = 50% Living w/family member = 10% Living in a group home = 20% Living with 1 parent = 15% Living in w/both parents = 5% Curriculum Assessment Instruction

Practicum II – 10:10 Model Curriculum Assessment Instruction

10:10 Model Data Summary Report Curriculum Assessment Instruction

Student : AW Demographics: Female student, single parent home, lower income status Measuring Student Achievement “Closing The Achievement Gaps” • 5% increase from wk 1 to wk 2 • 17% increase from wk 2 to wk 3 • 18% increase from wk 3 to wk 4 • 16% increase from wk 4 to wk 5 • 6% increase from wk 5 to wk 6 • 17% increase from wk 6 to wk 7 • 27% increase from wk 7 to wk 8 • 12% increase from wk 8 to wk 9 • 30% increase from wk 9 to wk 10 • 4% increase from wk 10 to wk 11 10:10 Model Data Summary The data reflects student AW increased her understanding of Algebra 1 weekly using the 10:10 Model. Although the increase was not as significant as others the student continued to show improvement Curriculum Assessment Instruction

Formulate strategies to identify appropriate topics for research. • Where do we start? • What role will I play in the process? • Will I need to make changes to my instructional strategies? • What additional resources will I need to “Close the Achievement Gap?” • How will this affect curriculum & instruction? Curriculum Assessment Instruction

Curriculum Assessment Instruction Conclusion The cross roads in education today has placed a greater demand on educators as well as curriculum developers, to improve student performance. The data in my practicum study may be one more option to help Close the Achievement Gap in urban education and decrease the number of students dropping out of life. I plan to continue this study in hopes of redefining how a student success can be measured.

ED5545 Curriculum & Instruction Master Practicum II