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TASSP Conference—June 14, 2007 Austin, Texas

TASSP Conference—June 14, 2007 Austin, Texas. Science Update. Presented by: Chris Castillo Comer Director of Science and Irene Pickhardt Assistant Director of Science Division of Curriculum and Cyndi Louden Assessment Division. Science Update.

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TASSP Conference—June 14, 2007 Austin, Texas

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  1. TASSP Conference—June 14, 2007 Austin, Texas Science Update Presented by: Chris Castillo Comer Director of Science and Irene Pickhardt Assistant Director of Science Division of Curriculum and Cyndi Louden Assessment Division

  2. Science Update This presentation is available online at: www.theTRC.org Discussion Items: • Curriculum Update • Assessment Update • SB 1032 • Test development • TAKS results overview • Resources • Contact Info

  3. Science TEKS Review Process The State Board of Education (SBOE) oversees all aspects of the TEKS, including refinements/revisions • Spring/Summer 2007 • The Science review process will begin this fall, following the same process that occurred with the mathematics and ELA/R TEKS • Science listservs will be sent requesting feedback from the field regarding TEKS that may need refinement and alignment • SBOE members nominate educators to serve on work group committees

  4. Science TEKS Projected Timeline: • September/October 2007 • SBOE work group members will convene in Austin to review content of Science TEKS • Fall 2008 • Recommendations by the work group will be posted in an online survey format • Feedback from the field will be solicited via listserv’s for public input, conference presentations, professional organization newsletters, education service center representatives, etc.

  5. Science TEKS Proposed SBOE timeline for revision process • Fall 2007 workgroups will convene in Austin • Spring 2008 National content expert review • Fall 2008 Science TEKS revisions adopted • 2008 – 2009 professional development • 2009 – 2010 revised TEKS implementation

  6. HB1 Requirements: TEC 28.025(b-1)  The State Board of Education by rule shall require that: (1)  the curriculum requirements for the recommended and advanced high school programs under Subsection (a) include a requirement that students successfully complete four courses in each subject of the foundation curriculum under Section 28.002(a)(1); and

  7. Old: 3 credits, one of which must be Biology (and /or AP/IB) two of which are selected from IPC Chemistry, IB or AP Chemistry Physics, AP or IB Physics, or Principles of Technology I New: 4 credits, One of which must be Biology (and /or AP/IB Biology) Three of which are selected from a list of options that will include IPC until SY 2012-2013 Old and New RHSP- Science

  8. Old: 3 credits of science. One credit must be a biology credit (Biology, Advanced Placement (AP) Biology, or International Baccalaureate (IB) Biology). Students must choose the remaining two credits from the following areas. Not more than one credit may be chosen from each of the areas to satisfy this requirement. Students on the Recommended High School Program are encouraged to take courses in biology, chemistry, and physics to complete the science requirements. Integrated Physics and Chemistry (IPC); Chemistry, AP Chemistry, or IB Chemistry; and Physics, Principles of Technology I, AP Physics, or IB Physics. New: 4 credits of science, which must consist of a biology credit (Biology, Advanced Placement (AP) Biology, or International Baccalaureate (IB) Biology), a chemistry credit (Chemistry, AP Chemistry, or IB Chemistry), a physics credit (Physics, AP Physics, or IB Physics), and an additional approved laboratory-based science course . (Note the deletion of Principles of Technology here). After successful completion of a biology course, a chemistry course, and a physics course, a student may select the fourth required credit from any of the following lab-based courses: DAP- Old and New

  9. What does the phase-out of IPC mean? • IPC will no longer satisfy the science requirements in the RHSP after School Year 2011-2012 • Students on the RHSP and DAP could continue to take the course for state elective credit • As of now, it remains an option for students on the Minimum Plan • IPC will no longer satisfy the science requirements in the DAP, effective SY 2007-2008– no phase-out

  10. New RHSP- Science When IPC is phased out, all students must select: • One credit from Biology, AP or IB Biology • Two credits from • Chemistry, IB or AP Chemistry • Physics, AP or IB Physics, or Principles of Technology I • A fourth credit from the following list:

  11. Fourth Year Science Credit Courses: Chemistry Physics Astronomy Aquatic Science Environmental Systems RHSP- Science, 4th yr

  12. Newly named SBOE courses with a prerequisite of Biology, Chemistry and Physics Earth and Space Science which will replace GMO Engineering The SBOE has directed the TEA to write new TEKS for these courses. The TEKS writing process for these courses will begin this fall. RHSP- Science, 4th yr

  13. Also fourth year credit courses include: Advanced Placement Biology Advanced Placement Chemistry Advanced Placement Physics Advanced Placement Environmental Science Dual Credit college science courses RHSP- Science, 4th yr

  14. Also, fourth year science credit courses will include: International Baccalaureate Biology International Baccalaureate Chemistry International Baccalaureate Physics International Baccalaureate Environmental Systems RHSP- Science, 4th yr

  15. RHSP- Science, 4th yr The following health science technology education courses: • Scientific Research and Design • Anatomy and Physiology of Human Systems • Medical Microbiology and Pathophysiology The following technology education/industrial technology education courses: • Principles of Technology

  16. Should IPC be taught in Grade 8? This is a local decision, however, • Most experts agree that this may negatively impact Grade 8 Science TAKS scores and the earth science objective in particular. • 6-8th grade TEKS include foundational concepts presented in various contexts to assure literacy of those concepts. • Thus, compressing the science TEKS into two years is not recommended. 

  17. What sequence for science courses is best? That depends on your students, your staff, and your facilities. • What will best suit your student’s abilities and interests? • What certifications do your teachers possess? • What does your science department endorse? • What are the interests and goals of your science teachers? • Are your science facilities adequate to support more lab based science? • What equipment, materials and supplies are needed to have a sustainable and rigorous science program?

  18. Policy Implications: High School • Grades 9-12: minimum of 40% of instructional time spent on lab and field investigations • Safety in the Labs should be paramount… • Crowding of students in science is dangerous! • Science safety training is crucial. • Plan for more students taking more science.

  19. The Burning Question: What’s the Best Course Sequence for Science? • For all graduation plans, students are encouraged to take Biology, Chemistry, and Physics by the State Board of Education. • Students who take the Bio, Chem, and Physics sequence perform better on SAT and ACT college entrance tests according to college entrance data. • Students who take the Bio, Chem, and Physics sequence are better prepared for college work. • Some schools are considering the Physics first approach. • Many schools are considering the conceptual approach to teaching of physics and chemistry Chris Comer

  20. Conceptual resources The state of Texas has adopted textbooks and instructional materials for conceptual approaches to chemistry and physics and many schools have adopted these materials. Conceptual Chemistry adopted instructional materials:1. Chemistry in the Community by Bedford, Freeman & Worth2. Chemistry: Concepts and Applications by Glencoe/McGraw-Hill3. Chemistry: Applied and Descriptive by J.M. LeBel Enterprises

  21. Conceptual resources Conceptual Physics adopted instructional materials:1. Conceptual Physics by Prentice Hall2. Physics: Systems and Applications by J.M. LeBel Enterprises Some schools also use:3. Cambridge Physics Outlet (CPO) Science—Adoptedfor Physics.

  22. Science Update Science: From TEKS To TAKS Assessment Division: 512-463-9536 Cyndi Louden cyndi.louden@tea.state.tx.us

  23. SB 1031—EOC Assessments • Phase-out high school TAKS replaced with EOC assessments in: • Algebra I, Algebra II, and Geometry • English I, English II, and English III • Biology, Chemistry, and Physics • U.S. History, World History, and World Geography • Freshman class of 2011-2012 is first group to have EOC as graduation requirement • To graduate, students must attain a cumulative score ≥ 70n • n = number of EOC assessments taken in each subject

  24. SB 1031—EOC Assessments • Students must score at least 60 in order for it to count towards their cumulative score • Students scoring below 60 shall retake the assessment each time it is administered • Students scoring below 70 will receive accelerated instruction • Any other student may retake an EOC assessment for any reason.

  25. SB 1031—EOC Assessments • A student’s score on an EOC assessment shall be worth 15% of the student’s final grade for that course • A school district is not required to use the student’s score on subsequent administrations to determine the student’s final grade for that course • A student is not required to retake a course as a condition of retaking an EOC assessment

  26. SB 1031—General Information • Allows the agency to release assessment questions every third year • Requires all assessments (grades 3-12) to be developed in a manner that allows a measure of annual student improvement • Requires a vertical scale in grades 3-8 for mathematics and reading starting with the 2008-2009 school year • Prohibits schools from spending more than 10% of the instructional year administering district-required tests

  27. SB 1031—General Information • Establishes a committee to review the accountability system and make recommendations to the legislature • Requires the agency to conduct a survey and prepare a report to determine the ability of school districts to administer assessment instruments by computer • Requires assessment instruments, starting in 2007-2008, to be administered at least two weeks later than the date on which they were administered in 2006-2007

  28. 2007-2008 Student Assessment Testing Calendar • Is being revised due to legislative requirements • Was reviewed by the District Advisory Committee • Will be posted to our website for public comment • Will be finalized and posted to our website ASAP

  29. Test Development Process

  30. Test Development Process Items Revised Based on Input Items Field Tested

  31. Test Development Process Items Selected for Test Based on Blueprint

  32. Committee Participation • Committee member selection based upon demographics • Recommendation forms available at http://www.tea.state.tx.us/student.assessment/develop/recform.pdf

  33. TAKS-Inclusive • Science Grades 5, 8, 10 and Exit Level • For students working at or near grade level • No field test items • Larger font, more white space • Expanded accommodations • Same passing standards

  34. TAKS-Alt • For the severely cognitively disabled students • Online checklist of TEKS-based activities • www.tea.state.tx.us/student.assessment/reporting/results/item analysis/ index

  35. TAKS Items Correct by Objectives All Students 2006 (Percent)

  36. Grade 8 Science TAKS • School accountability ratings in 2008 • Covers TEKS from grades 6, 7 and 8 • Formula Chart with Ruler • Periodic Table • No calculators

  37. Demographic Summary 2006 TAKS Grade 8 (Percent Items Correct)

  38. Demographic Summary 2006 TAKS Grade 10 (Percent Items Correct)

  39. Demographic Summary TAKS Grade 11 (Percent Items Correct)

  40. Assessment http://k12testing.tx.ncspearson.com/ AssessmentResults/

  41. Physical Science Note • 8th grade students did much better on Motion, Forces, and Energy than Structures and Properties of Matter • Least variation in Asian Scores (7%) • Most variation in White Scores (15%) • Other groups had score variations of 12 or 13, including males, females, African Americans and Hispanics

  42. Life Science Note • In 11th grade all student groups had average percent items correct about 10 points higher for Interdependence of Organisms and the Environment than for Organization of Living Systems

  43. Preparing for Science TAKS Recommendations for resources and professional development to help insure TAKS success Irene Pickhardt Assistant Director of Science irene.pickhardt@tea.state.tx.us

  44. TSDS Get Ready for TSDS! Welcome to the Texas Mathematics and Science Diagnostic Systems www.accesstsds.com

  45. TSDS What is TSDS? • Web-Based Diagnostic Assessment Tool • Free to All Texas Public & Charter Schools • Part of the TEA Science Initiative

  46. TSDS How Can This Content be used? • Student Skills Diagnosis at Beginning of Year, • Mid-Year, and End of Year, or any time in between • Finding Knowledge Points of Departure • Periodic Instructional Benchmarks • Tests, Quizzes, Homework

  47. ASAP Program Funded for 07-09 2007-2009 Texas Accelerated Science Achievement Program (ASAP), Cycle 2 Grant Application • The Texas Education Agency is requesting applications to provide funding for the implementation of scientific, research-based programs designed to improve the academic science performance of students, including programs designed to address the gender gap in performance. This program will fund grants designed to provide after school and summer intervention programs for students through the Texas Accelerated Science Achievement Program, Cycle 2. • Eligibility This is a competitive grant program. Districts must submit applications on behalf of eligible campuses. Campuses will receive individual scores based on PEIMS data and will then be ranked based on campus score, not overall applicant (or district) score. • Application Deadline: June 12, 2007: Total Amount: $4,030,491.00

  48. Certifications 19 TAC Chapter 230.601(f) Assignment of Public School Personnel Part I Requirements for Assignment of Teachers http://info.sos.state.tx.us/fids/19_0230_0601-3.doc

  49. GMO Science: Grades 8-12 Earth Science Science, Composite Science Aquatic Science Science: Grades 8-12 Life Science: gr. 8-12 Earth Science Composite Science Environmental Systems AP Environmental Science IB Environmental Systems Science: Grades 8-12 Life Science: Gr. 8-12 Science Composite Science Any science teaching field with 12 hours in environmental science and/or ecology. Certifications

  50. Certifications Anatomy and Physiology of Human Systems, Medical Microbiology, Pathophysiology Certifications • Science: gr. 8-12 • Life Science: gr. 8-12 • Biology • Science Composite • Science • Vocational Health Occupations • Vocational Health Occupations/Cooperative Training • Vocational Health Occupations/Pre-Employment Lab • Vocational Handicapped Health • Health Science Technology

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