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FAIRFAX COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS September 2013. OECD Test for Schools*. FCPS’ Learning Journey. Based on the PISA*. Welcome and Introductions. What I know about PISA!.
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FAIRFAX COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS September 2013 OECD Test for Schools* FCPS’ Learning Journey Based on the PISA*
What I know about PISA! FAIRFAX COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Outcomes • Gain a greater understanding of the PISA Test • Engage in a dialogue concerning the PISA results • Show how to locate information online FAIRFAX COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
PISA Purpose • Benchmarking in reading, math and science • Results and comparative analysis • Policy analysis It is not: • Mandated or standardized • Not formative • Not aligned to common core or specific curricular standards FAIRFAX COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
PISA for Schools Pilot • 125 Schools in Canada, UK and US • 48 School Districts • FCPS had 10 schools participate • 6 magnets, 6 charters and 1 private school included • 7,400 students tested during May and June 2012 • 75 students per school targeted • Reading, Math, and Science are assessed • Students also answered a questionnaire about classroom management and relationships with teachers FAIRFAX COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
PISA FAIRFAX COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS • Students were selected by the testing company, based on their birthday • Students had ~ 3 hours to complete the PISA test for schools, including the questionnaire • Students had to be able to take a paper and pencil test
PISA’s Measure of SES The PISA index of social, cultural and economic status is based on information provided by students about their parents’ education, occupations and wealth (i.e., internet, computers, cars, and bathrooms) Noted on slides as: PISA index of socio-economic background (ESCS) FAIRFAX COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
The socio-economic background of students in Fairfax County schools Langley High School Langley High School FAIRFAX COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS Socio-economic advantage of students
How the mathematics performance of the schools in Fairfax County compare with other schools in the United States on PISA 2009 600 is the Shanghai Mean 487 is the US Mean FAIRFAX COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS 1
Mathematics FAIRFAX COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
How proficient are students in schools in Fairfax County in mathematics?MATHEMATICS Students at Level 2 or above Students at Level 1 or below
Are You Smarter Than a 15-Year-Old? FAIRFAX COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS 11
Reflection • What do you notice about the assessment? • What do students need to know and be able to do? • Were the questions hard or easy for you? • What types of questions were harder?
Students’ Self-efficacy in Mathematics FAIRFAX COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS • Self-efficacy in mathematics: Students’ self-belief in their ability to overcome difficulties or obstacles to solving math problems • Confidence that one will be able to solve a problem is a precursor to investing the time and effort needed to tackle it
Oakton FAIRFAX COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Other Data Available • International and national comparisons • Learning Environment and Teacher-Student Relationship • Students’ reading habits • Students’ attitudes about reading, math and science • Student’s self-beliefs and interest in reading and science • Public and private school comparisons • Boys and girls comparison in reading, math, and science • Extensive research information FAIRFAX COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Next Steps for FCPS • Participate in 2013 -14 • Network with other schools in the US that participated in the PISA pilot • America Achieves Event • EdLeader21 • Share the results with all FCPS schools • Pyramid Planning • Benchmarking against the best • Leadership Conference- PasiSahlberg • Division Strengths/Challenges • Examine FCPS/VA/US policies to ensure they are supportive of the best conditions for learning
Final Thoughts What does this mean for parents?
Want to know more? http://www.fcps.edu/pla/ost/_pisa/pisa_index.shtml