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Florida Standards Grant for Professional Development Resources

Florida Department of EducationIndian River State College

Spring 2015

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Background

• Through the Federal Race to the Top Grant, the Florida Department of Education has:

• Awarded a grant to Indian River State College to fund and guide all 12 institutions with the development and delivery of professional development on seven tools throughout the grant period in the year 2014-2015.

• It will serve as resources for teachers and administrators in the implementation of the Florida Standards.


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Background continued

• Delivery to school districts and state colleges in February through June of 2015. The purpose of the grant is to create:

• Professional development for teachers, administrators, and preservice teacher education faculty and students, both face-to-face and online.

• Internet-based tutorials on each tool, its purpose, and the manner in which it may be accessed by target populations

• An internet-based repository for digital professional development resources related to these tools for target populations


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Tools and Module Creation for Professional Development

• Tool #1: Teacher Standards Instructional Tool (TSIT/CPALMS)

• Tool #2: Professional Development Toolkits & Formative Assessments in Mathematics (MFAS)

• Tool #3: Professional Development Toolkits & Formative Assessments in English Language Arts (ELFAS)

• Tool # 4: Interim Assessment Item Test Bank (IBTP)

• Tool # 5: Florida Standards Student Tutorials and Resources (Floridastudents.org)

• Tool # 6: Text Demand Study (PTDS)

• Tool # 7: Progress Monitoring Reporting Network (PMRN/FAIR-FS)


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Florida Standards District Assignments

Below are the district assignments for our FS Grant Consortium institutions

Florida SouthWestern State College


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Single Sign On(SSO)


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What is SSO?

• SSO is a project by the FDOE designed to make it easier for teachers and school administrators to log into a selection of state resources.• One web address www.fldoe.org/sso

• One username and password

• Access to state resources are based on account authorizations (i.e. permissions)


http://www.fldoe.org/sso

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For Public School Districts

1. CPALMS

2. eIPEP

3. English Language Arts (ELA) Formative

4. Florida School Leaders (FSL)

5. Item Bank and Test Platform (IBTP)

6. Progress Monitoring and Reporting

Network (PMRN)

What state resources are included in SSO?

More resources

continue to be

added!


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Who do I contact for help?

Use the Supportweb page. Look

up the local helpdesk or

contact the state Service Center for assistance.


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Tool #1: Teacher Standards Instructional Tool (TSIT/CPALMS)


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Tool #1: Teacher Standards Instructional Tool (TSIT/CPALMS)

• CPALMS is an online toolbox of information with approximately 9,000 vetted instructional/educational resources and interactive tools that helps educators effectively implement teaching standards.

• It is the State of Florida’s official source for standards information and course descriptions.


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Lesson Plans and Units

STEM Lessons & Activities

Text Complexity

Virtual Manipulatives & Simulations

Perspectives Video Series

Mathematics Formative

Assessments

Problem-solving Tasks

Educational Games

Professional Development

ModulesStudent

Resources

Data Sets

More than 9,000 freely available instructional and educational resources for math, science, and ELA. There is a vast variety of types and all are aligned and vetted by teachers and experts.

Lesson Study Resource Kits

Resources found in CPALMS


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Activity: How to Find What you Need on CPALMS

In groups of 4 – 5, choose a subject area that you're interested in, then utilize the document provided.

1. Pick a Subject:

2. Choose a Grade:

3. Choose a Standard or Topic:

4. Pick a Resource(s) that you would need or want for classroom instruction:

5. How do you think this tool would assist you with preparation for classroom institution?

6. Did the resource chosen provide options for ELL or ESE students?


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Tool #2: Professional Development Toolkits & Formative Assessments in

Mathematics (MFAS)


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Tool #2: Professional Development Toolkits & Formative Assessments in Mathematics (MFAS)

• A system that provides problems and rubrics to help teachers interpret students’ responses.

• Teachers ASK students to perform mathematical tasks,

• EXPLAIN their reasoning, and JUSTIFY their solutions.

Establish a Learning Goal

Gather evidence of

student thinking during

instruction

Adapt instruction to meet students’

instructional needs.


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Formative Assessment Task


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Sample MFAS Rubric


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Tool #3:Professional Development Toolkits & Formative Assessments in

English Language Arts (ELFAS)


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Tool #3:Professional Development Toolkits & Formative Assessments in English Language Arts (ELFAS)

• The Professional Development Toolkits provide teachers with a comprehensive storehouse of information and resources to support teaching and learning, specific to the Florida English Language Arts Formative Assessment System and Florida Standards.

• Categories:• Reading Standards: Foundational Skills K-5• English Language Arts Florida Standards K-8

• Features:• Teaching strategies and best practices• Sample lesson plans for target standards• Lesson study guides• Suggested 504, ELL, and ESE accommodations• Formative assessment samples and templates• Text complexity guides


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Webpage for ELFAS

Once you are logged into SSO, there you can access ELFAS. You will use the menu on the left side of the screen to navigate.

You may browse the Formative Assessment Tasksand view Professional Development Toolkits and modules.

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ELA Formative Assessment Task Components

• Task Title• Grade Level• Florida Standard• Description• Materials • Considerations

for Planning• Time Allotment• Group Size• Task Directions• Rubric• Teacher Checklist• Student-Facing

Material

Review Each Task Segment


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Activity for “Walking on Mars” Formative Assessment

With your shoulder partner(s) or group, answer the following questions using the “Walking on Mars” Formative Assessment task:

1. List a consideration for planning for this lesson if you have an English Language Learner in your class.

2. How long will this lesson take?3. List three teacher responsibilities while students are

engaged in the task.4. If a student is able to identify the character’s traits with

some accuracy, what Level (on the rubric) do they demonstrate?

5. What is one instructional implication for a non-ELL student at this level?


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RUBRICS: Levels 1-4

ELA Formative Assessment Task: Rubric

Characteristics:• Includes criteria for each grade-level sub-skill that contributes to assessed

task and includes instructional implications for each sub-skill criteria.• Supports teacher reflection and analysis for observation of student

performance.


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Instructional Benefits of the ELFAS

• Localization of frequently-used materials

• Saves valuable teacher and administrative planning time

• Easy-to-follow instructions and navigation

• Wealth of research-based best practices

• Clear explanation of standards and implementation ideas


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Tool # 4: Interim Assessment Item Test Bank and Test Platform (IBTP)


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Tool # 4: Interim Assessment Item Test Bank and Test Platform (IBTP)

• The Interim Assessment Item Bank and Test Platform (IBTP) is designed to be a valuable resource for districts and classrooms to enrich lessons and units with Standards based, engaging assessment activities for diagnostic, interim or summative assessments

• It is a resource for all teachers and administrators in districts all over Florida to understand the specific and measurable targets for learning and also address the existing gaps in learning


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The Interim Assessment Item Bank and Test Platform: Features, Functions and Instructional Improvement

The Item Bank will include:• Item/task banking• Test building and• Functionality on the

computer or on paper

The IBTP provides teachers with a valid and reliable way to:

• Diagnose strengths and weaknesses • Predict difficulties• Set instructional goals • Monitor learning


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Improving Instruction using the IBTP

K-12 educators can build Standards-based assessments in:

• K-12 English Language Arts

• K-8 Mathematics

• Algebra I and II

• Geometry

• K-8 Social Studies

• U.S History

• World History

• U.S. Government

• Economics

• Spanish

• Science

• K-8 Science

• Earth/Space Science

• Biology

• Chemistry

• PhysicsThe IBTP also includes items for courses in the content areas of Visual Arts, Performing Arts, Physical Education, Health Education, and Career and Technical Education


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Test Creation

Teachers


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Test Creation

Administrators


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Item TypesUse Item Central to create different types of items.

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Locating and Creating Passages and Rubrics

Use existing passages and rubrics from the item bank or create new ones in Item Central.

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Test Schedule Dates

Math Fall 2014 Gr 6 Form 1 [2251]

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Tracking Completion Rates

Track test completion rates for districts, schools, or specific classes.

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Proctor Dashboard: Scoring


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Teacher Home Page

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View assessment results using the data and reports found in the School & District Data and the Classrooms modules.


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Tool # 5: Florida Standards Student Tutorials and Resources

(Floridastudents.org)


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Florida Standards Student Tutorials and Resources

Florida Standards Student Tutorials and Resources is an online learning experience where students enhance their understanding of the Florida Standards using interactive content and opportunities to practice.

• Online

• Student-centered

• Public Access

• Standards-based

• Practice

Tool # 5: Florida Standards Student Tutorials and Resources (Floridastudents.org)


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Florida Standards Student Tutorials and Resources

• Standards-based online resources

• Original tutorials created by Florida educators

• Vetted Web-based resources

• Language Arts, Mathematics, Science and Civics

• Cadre of Florida educators as content leads, developers and locators


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Subject Area Content Availability

• English Language Arts K-12

• Mathematics K-8

• Algebra/Geometry

• Science 5-8

• Biology

• Civics 6-8


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Florida Standards Student Tutorials and Resources Development Process

FLDOE

• Plan and Design Resources

• Revise Resources

• Copy Edit

CPALMS at FCR-STEM

• Review Resources

• Build in Instructional Design Software

• Develop Student Portal

FloridaStudents.org

• Publish resources to students

• Host Tutorials and Resources


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Start-up Page


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How to Find Content by Topic


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Impact

• Enhances students’ understanding of the Florida Standards

• Develops students’ critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills

Benefits

• Students will be able to practice across content areas

• Online resources for the Florida Standards Student Tutorials and Resources are available 24/7

• Self-paced, public access

• No cost to school districts, students, or parents

Impact and Benefits on Classroom Instruction


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Tool # 6: Postsecondary Text Demand Study (PTDS)


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Tool # 6: Postsecondary Text Demand Study (PTDS)

• PTDS is a qualitative & quantitative analysis of degree of congruence between FL Secondary and entry-level college course instructional materials

• Complete report is at: • http://www.fldoe.org/core/fileparse.php/7605/urlt/0073269-

ReportJune2012.pdf

• WestEd, contracted by the Florida Department of Education (FDOE), developed the study.

• Critical for teachers to evaluate texts effectively


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• The Florida Standards define the knowledge and skills K-12 students learn for college/career readiness

• State of Florida CPALMS ww.cpalms.org/Public• Discover the alignment among HS & college instructional materials• Determine how well college instructional materials correspond with typical HS materials• Analyze materials from HS courses & an entry level college course in 4 major content areas

•English, Algebra, American history and Biology

PTDS Alignment and Functions


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General Results of Analysis of TDS

• Significant differences in density of text & amount of scaffolding provided by instructors

• Current HS materials insufficiently expose students to range & complexity of texts in college


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1. PowerPoint presentation

2. Participant Guide

3. Postsecondary Text Demand Study (PTDS)

4. Quantitative Measures and Text Complexity Bands

5. Qualitative Measures Rubrics (Literary and Informational)

6. Reader and Task Considerations Guide

7. The Dimensions of Text Complexity Chart

Resources Found in Participant Guide (PG)


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More PG Resources To Use

• Text Complexity Bands• Quantitative measure

• Text Complexity Rubrics• Qualitative measure

• Reader & Task Considerations Guide• Fit for instructional setting

• Dimensions of Text Complexity Chart

• Gap Analysis


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Tool # 7: Progress Monitoring Reporting Network (PMRN/FAIR-FS)


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What is the FAIR-FS?

What is FAIR-FS?

• Florida Assessments for Instruction in Reading aligned to the Language Arts Florida Standards

• Reading screening and diagnostic assessment

• Efficiently measures research components• Alphabetics• Oral language• Reading comprehension

Tool # 7: Progress Monitoring Reporting Network (PMRN/FAIR-FS)


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The FAIR-FS is a comprehensive system designed to:

• Predict students’ literacy success

• Diagnose weaknesses• Research-based teachable skills

• Set instructional objectives

• Monitor literacy growth


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Questions Addressed by FAIR-FS

• Which important reading skills are strengths and weaknesses for each student?

• What skills should be targeted for instruction in order to improve individual student’s reading comprehension?

• What is the likelihood that each student will reach end-of-year expectations?

• Have students made progress since the beginning of the school year?


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Fixed Item vs. CATFixed Item

Low Ability Average Ability High Ability

1 see see see

2 me me me

3 run run run

4 look look look

5 you you you

6 did did did

7 that that that

8 was was was

9 got got got

10 back back back

Potentially Lower Reliability High Reliability Potentially Lower Reliability

Word Reading


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Fixed Item vs. CAT

FAIR-FS Computer Adaptive

Low Ability Average Ability High Ability

1 see see see

2 me me me

3 run run run

4 look look look

5 you you you

6 on did scared

7 can some island

8 up went dangerous

9 at must

10 pretty

High Reliability High Reliability High Reliability

Word Reading


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What is the PMRN?

• Tool (Web-based data management system) for facilitating the use of reading/language arts data to inform instructional decisions

• The PMRN facilitates this process through:• Setting the calendar for administering screening

assessment

• Rostering students in grade levels at schools with assigned teachers

• Summarizing and reporting specific data points for use in instructional decisions

• Authorizing educators to access student data


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Progress Monitoring and Reporting Networkcalendaring rostering reporting authorizing

3-12 FAIR-FS WAM

WSSCoach’s

Log

3-12 FAIR-FS Reports

WSS Reports

Coach’s Log

Reports


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Word Recognition

Vocabulary Knowledge

Reading Comprehension

Compute Probability of Literacy

Success(PLS)

PLS<.85?

NO

YES

Syntactic Knowledge

STOP

Take optional

Open Response

Tasks?

NO

YES

Oral Reading Fluency

STOP

Oral Response

Written Response

Paper/Pencil Administration

Computer Administration

Flow of Tasks


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Word Recognition Task

The student hears a word pronounced by the computer.

The student selects the word pronounced by the computer.


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Vocabulary Knowledge Task

The student reads the sentence on the screen.

The student completes the sentence with 1 of 3 morphologically related words.


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Reading Comprehension Task

The student reads the passage, then clicks to show the questions. Questions & passage can be viewed simultaneously.

The student selects the correct response to the question.


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Diagnostic: Syntactic Knowledge Task

The student hears the sentence read by the computer.

The student selects the word that best completes the sentence.

(Students with PLS <.85 will complete this task, optional if >.85 )


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Open Response Task

• [Optional] Open Response Tasks (ORT)

• Prerequisite: Syntactic Knowledge Task

• Open response items allow the teacher to analyze an individual’s approach to answering questions

• Tasks are mostly teacher-administered and teacher-scored

• Scores are not entered in the PMRN


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Scoring and Reports

Important note:

Scores from FAIR-FS were designed to facilitate instructional decision making including problem-

solving and data-based decision making.

FAIR-FS scores are not intended to be the sole data point in determining

retention or special education determination


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Instructional Resources

What Works Clearinghouse

National Center on Intensive Intervention

CPALMS


http://www.intensiveintervention.org/chart/instructional-intervention-tools/

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In Summary

• What is FAIR-FS designed to do?• Predict students’ literacy success• Diagnose weaknesses

• Research-based teachable skills

• Set instructional objectives• Monitor literacy growth

• What do the following score types tell us?• Percentile Rank

• Student’s ability compared to other students in the same grade

• Ability Score• Quantifies a student’s level of skill and reflects changes


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Support Page

Look up local helpdesk information

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Service Center

[email protected]

1-855-814-2876

Weekdays 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM (EST)

Questions?


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Florida Standards Grant Lead Contacts

Dr. Marta CroninProgram Manager of Florida StandardsPhone: 772-462-7674Email: [email protected]

Leah R. Merrique (Please use this person as main contact)Florida Standards Grant Coordinator/Program LeadPhone: 772-462-7134Email: [email protected]


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Florida Standards Grant Lead Contacts

Dr. Denise BarrettFDOE Project Manager

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(Please email Leah Merrique at IRSC if you have any questions)


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