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1. Test Status In Progress Stage 1 1 of 2 attempts Passed Stage 2 1 of 2 attempts Not Passed t Last Tested 11 12 2013 4 Retest Between 11 13 2013 02 28 2014 4 Proficiency Assessment Results Status In Progress Assessment Status Passed Stage 1 did not pass Stage 2 Lockout Period 24 hours gt Assessment Status Not proficient did not pass Stage 1 after 2 attempts Lockout Period 14 days gt Not Proficient t Assessment Status Did not pass 1st or 2nd attempt of Stage 1 in Round 1 or Round 2 Lockout Period Must contact administrator Technical Information If you experience technical difficulties select Quit Assessment on the bottom left of the page and contact support teachscape com immediately If Teachscape can validate your technical issues the support staff can reset your timer so you don t lose your scores due to technical difficulties Copyright 2012 Teachscape Page 36 Teachscape Focus Help Focus Help My Training and Assessment Assessment QUESTION 1 OF 50 The following statements are evidence collected by a rater Select the statement that is an inappropriate evidence statement You cannot change your responses after you submit them Quit Assessment Cs Notes and Tips e Ensure that your system meets the minimum system requirements it is not advisable to take the test unless you fulfill the criteria e After you pass Stage 1 take at least a one hour b
2. e Did not pass the 2nd attempt of Stage 2 in Round 1 Note If you have not passed the Proficiency Assessment after two rounds of testing one round is composed of Stage 1 and Stage 2 your assessment becomes inactive Specifically your assessment is inactive after the following scenarios e You did not pass the 2nd attempt of Stage 1 in Round 2 e You did not pass the 2nd attempt of Stage 2 in Round 2 Additional rounds of testing can be requested if your administrator contacts Teachscape Technical Support support teachscape com with a rationale regarding your need for additional test attempts Copyright 2012 Teachscape Page 34 Teachscape Focus Help Focus Help My Training and Assessment Assessment For more information and a step by step breakdown of the testing path refer to About Focus Taking the Assessment Assessment Status The images that follow show the Assessment section on the Focus Overview page and the various statuses of observers proficiency assessment throughout the testing path and lockout periods gt Proficient on 04 27 2013 4 Assessment Status Proficient Assessment Proficiency Assessment Complete the assessment to determine your proficiency in using the Framework for Teaching to conduct observations accurately and reliably Answer multiple choice questions and score classroom videos from your grade band It is recommended that you complete Observer Training and Scoring Practice before be
3. Accessing and Analyzing the Scoring Practice Report 22 ASSESSMENE seroren preparar rasen Teer ee ee ernennen een 26 Accessing and Preparing for Proficiency Assessment 2e testetur in ea 26 Completing the Proficiency Assessment eek 33 Accessing and Reviewing Proficiency Assessment Results esses eee 38 Printing Your Certificate Of Achievement uses ru acetal ee 42 i8 oppo ee M 45 ACCESSING and Scoring Calibration Videos nich en 45 Accessing and Analyzing Your Calibration RepoFEt s screen a ae 52 Recertification Mehmet Tc c re ae ern ee 60 Accessing and Preparing for the Recertificaiton Assessment ssesssseeeeemeenenn nne 60 Completing the Recertification Assessment sssssssssesessssseeeeeeee nennen nennen nennen renean 66 Accessing Your Recertification Assessment Certificate of Scoring Accuracy sssseeee 69 Teachscape Focus Help Focus Help My Training and Assessment Focus Home Page Access and Navigation Accessing Your Focus Home Page Teachscape Focus prepares observers to conduct accurate observations of teaching practice in grades K 12 using the observable components domains 2 and 3 of Charlotte Danielson s Framework for Teaching Evaluation Instrument Instructions provided describe how to access your Focus home page ft home reflect learn advance My Videos Help Michael Smith TT 11 Welc
4. Compare your scores with master scores and compare your evidence with expert rationales Calibration Window Another calibration 09 13 2013 11 20 2013 Calibration Status Not Started Video 1 Not Started Yet Start Video 2 Unavailable m Calibration Report 1 The edition of the Framework for Teaching your district is using and your grade band The name of your organization is displayed directly below 2 Resources for the Focus system e About Focus a module that provides an in depth explanation of all the parts of the Teachscape Focus system best practices for completing the component modules for domains 2 and 3 and other Copyright 2012 Teachscape Page 4 Teachscape Focus Help Focus Help My Training and Assessment Focus Home Page Access and Navigation resources Understanding the 2013 Edition a module that provides information and updates specific to the 2013 edition of the Framework for Teaching e Teacher Orientation a module that provides resources to help instructional leaders observers plan and lead a teacher orientation on the Framework for Teaching and the Framework for Teaching Proficiency System Framework for Teaching Evaluation Instrument Observable Components a downloadable and printer friendly PDF that provides an in depth explanation of Domain 2 The Classroom Environment and Domain 3 Instruction e Framework at a Glance Domains 2 and 3 a downloadable and printer friendly PDF that
5. Getting Started with FfTPS a module that provides an explanation of the Framework for Copyright 2012 Teachscape Page 2 Teachscape Focus Help Focus Help My Training and Assessment Focus Home Page Access and Navigation Teaching Proficiency System FfTPS and some tips for completing the training videos and assessment e About Calibration a module that provides information about the Calibration tool and recommendations for how to use it effectively e Teacher Orientation a module that provides resources to help instructional leaders observers plan and lead a teacher orientation on the Framework for Teaching and the Framework for Teaching Proficiency System e Framework for Teaching Evaluation Instrument Observable Components a downloadable and printer friendly PDF that provides an in depth explanation of Domain 2 The Classroom Environment and Domain 3 Instruction Framework at a Glance Domains 2 and 3 a downloadable and printer friendly PDF that provides a one page outline of domains 2 and 3 e Rubrics for the Framework for Teaching a downloadable and printer friendly PDF providing an explanation of levels 1 4 for the components within domains 2 and 3 3 The Focus home page menu bar which provides access to Observer Training Scoring Practice Assessment and Calibration see descriptions below 4 The four parts of the Focus system a Observer Training provides essential training on the observable components of the Fram
6. Note Copyright 2012 Teachscape Page 69 Teachscape Focus Help Focus Help My Training and Assessment You must have Adobe Acrobat Reader to o Recertification pen and print your certificate 3 To open the file select Open in the File Download dialog box 4 To save the file select Save in the F ile Download dialog box Do you want to open or save this file Name pdf_certificate296023 pdf ae Type Adobe Acrobat Document 410KB From focus teachscape com 5 While files from the Intemet can be useful some files can potentially Y harm your computer f you do not trust the source do not open or save this file What s the risk File Download ES 5 After opening your Recertification As sessment Certificate of Scoring Accuracy select the printer icon or File gt Print to print the certificate Note Depending upon what Internet browser you are using e g Safari Firefox Chrome Steps 3 5 may vary slightly For instance rather than a Fi le Download dialog box appearing the file download may appear in the bottom left hand corner of your browser window Select the downloaded file to open it Copyright 2012 Teachscape Page 70 Teachscape Focus Help Focus Help My Training and Assessment Recertification Complete the assessment to determine your proficiency in using the Framework for Teaching to conduct observations accurately and reliably Answer multiple choice
7. Students play an important role throughout the lesson and the learning process Hide evidence not associated with this component Asks questions and allows students to respond and interact Keeps students grounded by setting realistic expectations and sticking to them Uses humor effectively to keep students engaged Allows students to provide answers and then builds on those answers to provide the necessary information that will be assessed later Ensures his students are staying on task and remain involved in the lesson at all times Redirects learnina effectively when a student is off track and or confused D Level 1 Level 2 Level3 O Level 4 Next Component 7 Select Submit after scoring your last component domain 3d Notes and Tips e Use the PDF version of the Framework for Teaching and Rubrics for the Framework for Teaching to look up critical attributes and score accurately o 2013 edition of the Framework for Teaching o 2013 edition of Rubrics 2011 edition of the Framework for Teaching o 2011 edition of Rubrics Be sure to watch the entire video to avoid missing any critical evidence By displaying the evidence not associated with each component you obtain a holistic view of your evidence while you complete the scoring process e To change the level you have selected for a component select the radio button next to the appropriate level of the component you are scoring before selecting Ne
8. 8 14 6 12 10 2013 Component Scores 4 8 173 0 12 13 2013 Component Scores Note If your organization was using the 2011 edition of The Framework for Teaching when you started your Scoring Practice the practice videos that you scored using the 2011 edition will be listed under the heading Framework for Teaching 2011 below the list of Framework for Teaching 2013 practice videos Copyright 2012 Teachscape Page 21 Teachscape Focus Help Focus Help My Training and Assessment Practice Accessing and Analyzing the Scoring Practice Report A careful review of the feedback generated within the Scoring Practice report will help you accurately score many exercises throughout the Focus product including the Proficiency Assessment Accessing a Scoring Practice Report After scoring a practice video across all eight components the Scoring Practice report is displayed You can also access the Scoring Practice report for each practice video you have scored within your Scoring Practice History 1 Select the Scoring Practice History drop down arrow 2 Select the Component Scores link associated with the video for which you want to view the Scoring Practice report Scoring Practice Improve your scoring accuracy with practice videos from your grade band Score each classroom video for all eight of the observable components in the Framework for Teaching Compare your scores with master scores and review the expert rationales w Scoring
9. Framework for Teaching 4 Rubric PDF a downloadable and printer friendly PDF version of the scoring rubric levels 1 4 for each component within domains 2 and 3 5 The edition of the Framework for Teaching your district is using and your specific grade band 6 Estimated time it takes to complete the training module Copyright 2012 Teachscape Page 7 Teachscape Focus Help Focus Help My Training and Assessment Training Viewing Your Training History As you are working on and completing your Observer Training modules the total amount of time you have spent training is calculated in your Training History e Click on the Training History menu at the bottom of the Observer Training section of the Overview page in Focus 2013 edition All Grades K 12 Observer for Teachscape Internal Demo Overview Training Practice Assessment Calibration Observer Training Resources Complete essential training on the observable components of the Framework for Teaching Minimize your bias study the About Focus rubric in detail watch over 100 master scored video examples and practice using the Framework to conduct observations Understanding the 2013 Edition and assign a level for each component Teacher Orientation P Training Histo Su Framework for esching The Training History displays the training modules you have worked on completed or reviewed the total amount of time spent training and the date each module was last reviewed f
10. Help My Training and Assessment Focus Home Page Access and Navigation Navigating Through Focus 2011 Focus Home Page for Framework for Teaching 2011 Edition Users The following screenshot shows the Focus home page for anyone using the 2011 edition of the Framework for Teaching Please see the explanation for each numbered item below the screenshot 1 2011 edition All Grades K 12 Observer for Teachscape Internal Demo S Overview Training Practice Assessment Calibration 4 Observer Training 2 Resources Complete essential training on the observable components of the Framework for Teaching Minimize your bias study the rubric Getting Started with FFTPS in detail watch over 100 master scored video examples and practice using the Framework to conduct observations and assign a level for each component About Calibration Teacher Orientation gt Training Histo 9 y ck Framework for Teaching Evaluation Instrument Observable Components Scoring Practice Improve your scoring accuracy with practice videos from your grade band Score each classroom video for all eight of the observable components in the Framework for Teaching Compare your scores with master scores and review the expert rationales Scoring Practice History PDF 99kb Framework at a Glance Domains 2 and 3 PDF 366kb Rubrics for the Framework for Teaching PDF 119kb Assessment Acknowledgment Proficiency Assessment Teacher performances
11. Page 32 Teachscape Focus Help Focus Help My Training and Assessment Assessment Completing the Proficiency Assessment The Proficiency Assessment uses master scored videos and multiple choice test items to measure your ability to distinguish between evidence and interpretation or bias categorize evidence to the correct component of the Framework for Teaching and assign accurate scores to classroom videos For more information about the Proficiency Assessment Objectives refer to the About Focus Assessment Overview Structure of the Proficiency Assessment The Proficiency Assessment is divided into two stages You must pass both stages to be considered proficient as an observer Stage 1 consists of 50 questions divided into three different testing formats that require you to demonstrate your knowledge of the Framework for Teaching components and observation skills e Multiple choice items e Two 15 minute video scoring tasks e Selected response items associated with the videos Stage 2 consists of 45 questions divided into two different testing formats that require you to apply your knowledge of the Framework for Teaching components in scoring videos e Three 15 minute video scoring tasks e Selected response items associated with the videos For more information about the structure of the Proficiency Assessment and the skills associated with each stage refer to the About Focus Assessment Overview Contents Testing Path an
12. Practice History Framework for Teaching 2013 Latest Practice Video Viewed Last Reviewed S 14 6 12 10 2013 Component Scores 44 S 173 0 12 13 2013 Component Scores N Print this report Note Your Scoring Practice report is not viewable until you have scored all eight components Analyzing Your Scoring Practice Report The Scoring Practice report provides the scores you provided for each component and compares those scores to master scores while also providing a detailed rationale for each master score The image that follows shows a sample Scoring Practice report and corresponds to the numbered descriptions below Copyright 2012 Teachscape Page 22 Teachscape Focus Help Focus Help My Training and Assessment Practice Copyright 2012 Teachscape Page 23 Teachscape Focus Help Focus Help My Training and Assessment Overview gt Scoring Practice gt Video ID S 173 0 1 Framework edition 2013 2013 edition All Grades 6 12 Observer for Taschscape intemal Demo Compare your score with the score assigned by a master scorer and review the rationale provided 5 2 Components Your Master Rationale Score Score 2a Creating an Environment of Respect and Rapport 3 3 20 Establishing a Culture for Leaming 4 4 2c Managing Classroom Procedures 3 3 2d Managing Student Behavior 3 4 3a Communicating with Students 3 4 35 Using Questioning and Discussion Techniques 4 4 3c Engaging Stud
13. Status Not Re gt Y Print Guide to Proficiency Assessment Results R Print this report Download certificate of achievement Note You can also select the link included in the email notification to return to Teachscape Focus and take the Recertification Assessment Recertification Assessment Preparation Before beginning your Recertification Assessment it is important to ensure that your system is configured properly you understand and comply with the Terms of Use and you review the test instructions Copyright 2012 Teachscape Page 61 Teachscape Focus Help Focus Help My Training and Assessment Recertification Checking Your System Upon accessing your Recertification Assessment you will be asked to check your system to ensure that it is configured properly to perform the reassessment assessment and display all the necessary content You may remember this process from taking your proficiency assessment Note If your system does not pass the system check contact the IT professional or systems administrator within your school or district Your system not being configured properly can cause your recertification assessment to fail 1 Review the Check Your System options 2 Ensure that your system complies with each option 3 Select the check box or radio button next to each option to verify your system s compliance 4 Click Continue Copyright 2012 Teachscape Page 62 Teachscape Focus Help Focus Help My Train
14. amp M Print this report Reviewing Proficiency Assessment Results Your Proficiency Assessment Results provide you with the current status of your Proficiency Assessment a sub skills report which is a breakdown of your percentage correct by sub skill designated by Roman numerals for each attempt in either Stage 1 or Stage 2 see the example below a brief explanation of what your results indicate and a paragraph to help you better understand the Proficiency Assessment Scores The image that follows is an example of a sub skills report from the Proficiency Assessment Results The intention of the sub skills report is to show the areas you need to study before attempting the Proficiency Assessment again Copyright 2012 Teachscape Page 39 Teachscape Focus Help Focus Help My Training and Assessment Assessment Initial Proficiency Assessment Status Not Proficient Percentage correct by sub skill Stage Attempt Score Status I ll u IV V Test Completed Stage 1 1 80 wv Passed 60 60 50 100 79 02 06 2012 16 44 Stage2 1 21 101 x NotPassed 8 8 0 25 5 11 28 2012 15 35 Stage2 2 10 90 y NotPassed 17 8 0 13 0 03 12 2013 14 07 Retest Status In Progress Stage Attempt Score Status I n u IV V Test Completed Stage1 1 8 X Not Passed 0 096 096 16 0 08 06 2013 19 35 Note Sub skills scores are reported as a percent correct The percent correct is the sum of your correct answers divided by the po
15. and challenging content The students use the Declaration of Independence as a resource and with teacher scaffolding to support that engagement The lesson has a clearly defined structure and the pacing of the lesson is appropriate providing most students the time needed to be intellectually engaged The pace of the lesson allows time for students to ask questions and make comments Your score is high For Using Assessment in instruction 3d this video segment is scored at a level 2 The teacher monitors understanding through a single method The teacher and students participate in class Gecusson and review previously leamned coment leading up to the writing of the Declaration of independence The teacher monitors student learning for the class as a whole Feedback to students is general The teacher responds Maybe Io some lesser extent but to a lesser degree to a student answer The teacher responds to student answers with OK and Very good and few students assess their own work Adjustment of the lesson in response to assessment is minimal or ineffective The teacher is hesitant to adjust the lesson in response to a student question We re going to get to that paragraph but we need to Practice Page 24 Teachscape Focus Help Focus Help My Training and Assessment Practice Framework edition the edition of the Framework for Teaching your organization is using Components provides the number and name for each of th
16. be downloaded and printed for your reference 4 You will not have access to online practice and training materials while taking the test 5 In this stage you will encounter 20 multiple choice items For each item select the most appropriate option and then click on Submit to move to the next item Once you click on Submit and confirm your response you will not be allowed to go back to a previous item Q Van will alana vime and nerinn eanene ta D widan nime Cancel Once you start the test you will have 6 hours to complete it Resources and Tips e To help you prepare for the Recertification Assessment you can review Observer Training and complete Scoring Practice Note You will have access to new Scoring Practice videos For referencing throughout your Recertification Assessment open the Framework for Teaching and Rubrics for the Framework for Teaching PDF files in a new browser tab or print them e Framework for Teaching 2013 edition e Rubrics for the Framework for Teaching 2013 edition Note The 2011 Focus product includes a different Framework for Teaching and Rubrics for the Framework for Teaching If you are using the 2011 Focus product open the Framework for Teaching 2011 edition and Rubrics for the Framework for Teaching 2011 edition e Recertification Assessment Study Tips e Recertification Assessment Testing Tips Copyright 2012 Teachscape Page 65 Teachscape Focus Help Focus Help My Tra
17. do not The next section of your report provides recommendations for next steps a graphical display of your total scores and a description of the video you scored This bar graph displays the number of scores you assigned that were exact exactly the same as the expert score adjacent one point higher or lower than the expert score or discrepant more than one point higher or lower than the expert score 6 Recommendation You have several discrepant and or adjacent scores that do not match the expert scores Look at your evidence and Video ID C 143 0 the expert rationales to determine whether you interpreted the evidence like the experts did Next move to a Subject U S History component for which you have an adjacent or discrepant score Review your evidence and the rationales to see if Lesson Length 16 mins the expert rationale is aligned with the evidence that you wrote Sometimes evidence is correctly noted but placed Start Time and End time 0 0 16 33 in a different component Check to make sure you did not sort the evidence into another component After you check the alignment check the scores and think about whether you were interpreting the evidence and rubric language differently than intended by the rubric Return to the training examples for the component to get re anchored by watching the benchmarks and rangefinders for the expert score and the adjacent scores Carefully review the expert rationales fo
18. shown may have been edited for the purposes of training practice and assessment and may not necessarily reflect each teacher s classroom performance or practice Teachscape would like to thank the teachers featured in the Framework for Teaching Proficiency System for allowing us to film in their classrooms Complete the assessment to determine your proficiency in using the Framework for Teaching to conduct observations accurately and reliably Answer multiple choice questions and score classroom videos from your grade band It is recommended that you complete Observer Training and Scoring Practice before beginning the Proficiency Assessment Test Status Not Assessed Stage 1 0 of 2 attempts Not Started Last Tested Stage 2 0 of 2 attempts Not Started Proficiency Assessment Results Status Not Assessed Calibration Periodically monitor your scoring accuracy using the Framework for Teaching For each Calibration exercise score two classroom videos from your grade band Compare your scores with master scores and compare your evidence with expert rationales Calibration Window Another calibration 09 13 2013 11 20 2013 Calibration Status Not Started Video 1 Not Started Yet Start Video 2 Unavailable m Calibration Report 1 The edition of the Framework for Teaching your district is using and your grade band The name of your organization is displayed directly below 2 Resources for the Focus system
19. up to 60 minutes The system is set to automatically time out after 60 minutes of inactivity If you started your Observer Training in the 2011 edition of the Framework for Teaching and then your district transitioned to the 2013 edition of the Framework for Teaching your Training History for the time you spent training in the 2011 edition of the Framework is still viewable as shown in the image below Copyright 2012 Teachscape Page 9 Teachscape Focus Help Focus Help My Training and Assessment Training Training History Framework for Teaching 2013 Training Module Last Reviewed Read about training in About Focus 11 21 2013 Establishing a Culture for Leaming 11 14 2013 Setting Instructional Outcomes 11 14 2013 Demonstrating Knowledge of Resources 11 14 2013 Tota Time Spent 0 m Framework for Teaching 2011 Training Module Last Reviewed Overview of the Framework for Teaching 09 17 2012 Orientation to Observer Training 09 17 2012 Minimizing Bias 05 29 2013 Creating an Environment of Respect and Rapport Establishing a Culture for Leaming Managing Classroom Procedures Managing Student Behavior Communicating with Students Using Questioning Prompts and Discussion Techniques Engaging Students in Leaming Using Assessment in Instruction Applying the Framework for Teaching Tota Time Spent 3 h 6 m I Print this report Copyright 2012 Teachscape Page 10 Teachscape Focus Help Focus Help My Training and Assessmen
20. will be asked to describe the technical difficulties you are having and you will be given the option to submit a technical feedback ticket to the Teachscape Technical Support team see instructions that follow 2a Creating an Environment of Respect and Rapport Evidence associated with this component Score a level of performance for this component Show evidence not associated with this component bee Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 Quit Assessment Procedure Follow the steps below to quit the assessment provide technical feedback and send a technical feedback ticket to Teachscape Technical Support Select the Quit Assessment link located at the bottom left of the page Select the I had technical difficulties button in the Finished pop up window Describe your technical difficulties in the text box provided in the pop up window gt e UU N Be Select either Yes or I don t know in the same pop up window to continue through the process of submitting a technical feedback ticket to Technical Support Note If you select No your Recertification Assessment results will be displayed and a technical feedback ticket will not be sent to Technical Support 5 Inthe View Scores pop up window select the No checkbox and select Submit to start a technical feedback ticket Note If you select the Yes checkbox and then select Submit your Recertification Assessment Copyright 2012 Teachscape Page 67 Teachscape Focus Help Focu
21. 013 3 Reading Your Report There are two sections to your calibration report The first section provides details of your scoring in comparison to expert scoring The first column displays the evidence that you noted for each component that you scored To the right of each component s evidence you will see the score you assigned and the score assigned by the expert as well as the identifier of exact adjacent or discrepant Directly below these scores you will see the rationale written by the expert that conveys why the score was assigned This rationale has language from the rubric and or critical attributes from the score level assigned in bold text followed by the specific evidence from the video that relates to this aspect of the rubric in parentheses Compare the evidence you have listed to the evidence listed by the expert Although this will not always be an exact one to one match it may help to provide further clarification of where evidence may have been overlooked misinterpreted lasses ae liens ee pea ages ae aa 4 Components and Evidences B Your Score Master Score 2a Creating an Environment of Respect and Rapport 2 ea 2 Teacher is not paying attention to the entire class Student put his hand down after waiting to be called on and never being called on Rationale For Creating an Environment of Respect Reinforces students comments by acknowledging them throughout the lesson and Rapport 2a this video segment is
22. 11 edition or the 2013 edition Instructions provided describe how to access and prepare for your Proficiency Assessment Note We recommend that you view and score all the practice videos within the Scoring Practice module before completing your Proficiency Assessment Accessing the Proficiency Assessment e Select the Assessment tab on the Focus menu bar or the Assessment button to access Stage 1 of your Proficiency Assessment Copyright 2012 Teachscape Page 26 Teachscape Focus Help Focus Help My Training and Assessment Assessment home Ed focus reflect learn advance Overview Training Practice Calibration Observer Training Complete essential training on the observable components of the Framework for Teaching Minimize your bias study the rubric in detail watch over 100 master scored video examples and practice using the Framework to conduct observations and assign a level for each component P Training History Scoring Practice Improve your scoring accuracy with practice videos from your grade band Score each classroom video for all eight of the observable components in the Framework for Teaching Compare your scores with master scores and review the expert rationales P Scoring Practice History Assessment Proficiency Assessment Complete the assessment to determine your proficiency in using the Framework for Teaching to conduct observations accurately and reliably Answer multiple choice questions and score c
23. If your administrator has chosen not to show your overall status you will see Completed displayed above the View Report link on your Calibration page Analyzing Your Calibration Report As with the Proficiency Assessment and Practice exercises in Focus recommendations for improving your scoring accuracy will be provided as part of the feedback process Recommendations are based on how many of the scores are in exact agreement with adjacent to or discrepant with the master rater s scores The feedback for Calibration is a bit different in that there are three different categories of accuracy green yellow and red which are described below Demonstrating Scoring Accuracy This is considered the green category Of the 16 scores assigned during the Calibration exercise at least 12 scores are in exact agreement with match the expert scores and no more than 2 discrepant scores more than one level off are present e Needs Practice and Support This is considered the yellow category The scores assigned are any combination of exact matching adjacent one level off and discrepant more than one level off scores that fall between the green and the red categories e Needs Remediation and Monitoring This is considered the red category Of the 16 scores assigned during the Calibration exercise 8 or more are discrepant scores more than one level off and 4 or fewer scores are exact matches to the master rater Copyright 2012 Teachs
24. In order to take this online test you will need to ensure your system is optimized to handle our streaming videos Select each option below after ensuring they are accurate M Ensure a wired broadband Internet connection instead of WiFi or wireless connection with a download speed of around 2Mbps amp Runa speed test at http www speedtest net to see if you have the recommended download speed of around 2 Mbps Close all other programs and webpages except for this Framework for Teaching Proficiency System amp M Play this example video b 00 00 00 00 ill Er Can you clearly view this video Yes No Can you clearly hear this video Yes No Note To ensure your system is optimized for the Proficiency Assessment the Continue button is not activated until all the options have been selected Review Terms of Service Before starting Stage 1 of the Proficiency Assessment you must agree with the Terms of Use 1 Review the Terms of Use 2 Select I Agree Copyright 2012 Teachscape Page 28 Teachscape Focus Help Focus Help My Training and Assessment Assessment Note You can access a printer friendly version of the Terms of Use by selecting Print the Terms of Use in the upper right hand corner of the Test Procedures and Regulations text box Overview Proficiency Assessment Stage 1 Check Your System Review Terms of Use Review Test Instructions Start Proficiency Assessment Print the Terms of Use Tes
25. Next click on the evidence and select associated components The number of components you select will be displayed below your evidence Once you have completed this step you can assign scores on the scseen that follows You will have the ability to edit or delete evidence statements until you click on the Score button Watch the entire video or you might miss critical evidence that may help you to score accurately b 00 00 16 34 wl 22 Type Your Evidence Here 5000 characters left C 143 0 16 mins 0 0 16 33 U S History All Grades Note The Calibration videos are in the same format as the Scoring Practice and Proficiency Assessment videos To keep the Calibration experience as authentic as possible rewind and forward functions are not available in the Calibration videos Collecting Evidence As you view each Calibration video you must add evidence and align that evidence before scoring each component of the Calibration video 1 Type your evidence into the Type Your Evidence Here text box 2 Select Add Copyright 2012 Teachscape Page 48 Teachscape Focus Help Focus Help My Training and Assessment Calibration 2013 edition All Grades K 12 Observer for Teachscape Internal Demo Overview gt Calibration Video ID C 2 1 Type in your evidence while watching the video Next click on the evidence and select associated components The number of components you select will be displayed below your evidence Once you have compl
26. Scores In the sample report the user earned 43 of the available points Based on a cut score of 63 he did 4 Sample Report pdf not pass his first attempt The Score Performance Analysis section of the score report shows that the test taker tended to be closer to the expert score for components 2a 2b 2c and 2d and farthest from the expert score for components 3b 3c and 3d Disclaimer Component level results are based on a subset of the total score Results should be interpreted with caution as sub scores are generally a less reliable indicator of proficiency than total score 2 Follow Steps 3 5 above Copyright 2012 Teachscape Page 72
27. Teacher Orientation Framework for Teaching Scoring Practice Evaluation Instrument i Observable Components Improve your scoring accuracy with practice videos from your grade band Score each classroom video for all PDF 99kb eight of the observable components in the Framework for Teaching Compare your scores with master scores and review the expert rationales Framework at a Glance Domains 2 and 3 PDF gt Scoring Practice History 366kb Scoring Practice videos l 2 Select a video from the list by selecting the corresponding filmstrip icon in the Sort by ID column Understanding Scoring Practice The image that follows shows the various functions and features of Scoring Practice which correspond to the numbered descriptions below Copyright 2012 Teachscape Page 11 Teachscape Focus Help Focus Help My Training and Assessment Practice 6 2013 edition All Grades K 12 Observer for Teachscape Internal Demo Overview Training Practice Assessment Calibration 4 5 Scoring Practice amp Framework PDF Rubric PDF Use the videos below to practice scoring on Framework components Note your evidence while watching the videos and score using this evidence Get instant feedback by reviewing the master scores and their rationales Acknowledgment Teacher performances shown may have 1 Sort by ID 2 Length 3 Date Last Scored been edited for the purposes of training B 7 practice and assessme
28. Teachscape Focus Help User Manual m EIS Focus Help My Training and Assessment copyright Teachscape All rights reserved http focus helpdocsonline com The information contained in this document is subject to change without notice This document contains proprietary information which is protected by copyright All rights are reserved No part of this document may be photocopied reproduced or translated to another language without the prior written consent of Teachscape Table of Contents Focus Home Page Access and Navigation 444444444444nHen ern ennnnnnnnnnennnnnnnennennnnnnnnnnnnennnnnenennr nen 1 Accessing YOUN FOCUS HomePage anne ee ee ee 1 Navigating Trough Focus 2011 esse ee ee re eigene len ee 2 Navigating Through FOCUS 2013 nur en ne es heirateten 4 Tr ining siessen EIERN ET 6 Accessing and Navigating Through Observer Training 4444444444n4nnnnBnn onen nano eee nnns 6 Viewing Your Training History irn see oedema ianh iian aeaiee a ara 8 Practice ee niert 11 Accessing and Understanding Scoring Practice nennen 11 Understanding the Practice Video Overview Page uuunsreensnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnannnnnnnnnnannnnnnnnnnnnennnnnnnnann nennen 13 Viewing Practice Videos and Collecting Evidence isimiiirsiiiaroiisrinenaanaia aana 15 Scoring Practice VIdEOS T kenne a a ipai A a aiina ee 18 Tracking Scoring Practice Progress uns 20
29. This guide explains the scores in detail and provides recommendations on what you can do to learn from your results and or improve on your next Proficiency Assessment attempt Accessing Proficiency Assessment Results and the Guide to Proficiency Assessment Results 1 On the Focus Overview page select the Proficiency Assessment Results drop down arrow Assessment Proficiency Assessment Complete the assessment to determine your proficiency in using the Framework for Teaching to conduct observations accurately and reliably Answer multiple choice questions and score classroom videos from your grade band It is recommended that you complete Observer Training and Scoring Practice before beginning the Proficiency Assessment Test Status In Progress Stage 1 1 of 2 attempts Not Passed Stage 2 0 of 2 attempts Not Started Last Tested 12 16 2013 Retest Between 12 17 2013 12 18 2014 gt JProficiency Assessment Results Status In Progress 2 To open the Guide to Proficiency Assessment Results select Print Guide to Proficiency Assessment Results at the bottom of your Proficiency Assessment Results Copyright 2012 Teachscape Page 38 Teachscape Focus Help Focus Help My Training and Assessment Assessment Assessment Proficiency Assessment Complete the assessment to determine your proficiency in using the Framework for Teaching to conduct observations accurately and reliably Answer multiple choice questions and score classroom
30. cape Page 54 Teachscape Focus Help Focus Help My Training and Assessment Calibration Overall Report Diagram The image that follows shows a sample Overall Report and corresponds to the numbered descriptions below it Overview gt Calibration Report t Report for Third Calibration Window Winter 1201213 123112013 2 Overall Report Results for Video 1 Video 2 3 Needs Practice and Support This bar graph displays the number of scores you assigned that were exact exactly the same as expert scores adjacent one point higher or lower than expert score or discrepant more than one point higher or lower than 4 the expert score iG Your scores indicate that it would be beneficial for you to revisit training for the components that you did not score exactly Make sure you examine the component rubrics before you assign scores It would also be advisable for you EM to complete additional scoring practice videos to strengthen your skills in applying the rubric accurately Adjacent Discrepant 5 What do you want to do next Return to Calibration home 1 Report title the name of the Calibration window and date range for that calibration window 2 Tabs the Overall Report tab is active by default Select the Video 1 or Video 2 tab to view the Calibration report results and feedback for each video 3 Overall status displays your status according to the scoring accuracy categories green yellow or red Note If your admin
31. ce Components 2a Creating an Environment of Respect and Rapport 2b Establishing a Culture for Learning 2c Managing Classroom Procedures 2d Managing Student Behavior 3a Communicating with Students 3b Using Questioning and Discussion Techniques 3c Engaging Students in Learning 3d Using Assessment in Instruction 0 of 0 evidence statements are associated with components Cancel You cannot change evidence or how you coded it after you click on Score 1 The Scoring Practice video 2 Scoring Practice video metadata e Video ID the video s unique ID number Length the duration of the entire lesson plan Copyright 2012 Teachscape Page 13 Teachscape Focus Help Focus Help My Training and Assessment Practice Start and End time the exact point at which time the video clip starts and ends in the lesson you are observing For example this scoring practice video begins 14 seconds into the lesson and ends 16 minutes and 45 seconds into the lesson e The subject area of the classroom being observed and the grade span associated with your specific grade span 3 Type Your Evidence Here use this text box to enter your evidence while viewing the scoring practice video For more information refer to the Viewing Practice Videos and Collecting Evidence article 4 Breadcrumbs show the current page and path to access it In this example Video ID S 173 O is the current page Scoring Practice is the page from which Video ID S 173_0
32. core two 15 minute grade band specific video segments on each of the eight components of the Rubrics for the Framework for Teaching Instructions provided describe how to access and score your Calibration videos Accessing Calibration Videos Calibration is only available after your administrator opens a Calibration window which is the period of time that the Calibration videos can be viewed and scored 1 Select the Calibration tab on the Focus menu bar or the Calibration button to access the current Calibration window page which contains your Calibration videos Note The Calibration window dates are located in your Calibration section on the Focus Overview page e Calibration is only available during the dates of the Calibration window e You can only calibrate view and score the Calibration videos once per Calibration window Copyright 2012 Teachscape Page 45 Teachscape Focus Help Focus Help My Training and Assessment Overview Training Practice Assessment Calibration Observer Training Complete essential training on the observable components of the Framework for Teaching Minimize your bias study the rubric in detail watch over 100 master scored video examples and practice using the Framework to conduct observations and assign a level for each component gt Training History Scoring Practice Improve your scoring accuracy with practice videos from your grade band Score each classroom video for all eight o
33. d Lockout Periods The Proficiency Assessment testing path consists of two rounds Each round consists of two stages and each stage consists of two attempts The image that follows shows each round and stage in detail Copyright 2012 Teachscape Page 33 Teachscape Focus Help Focus Help My Training and Assessment Assessment Round 1 Round 2 Stage 1 Round 2 occurs only Stage 1 if you fail Stage 1 or Attempt 1 start here Stage 2 in Round 1 Attempt 1 start here gt Attempt 2 Attempt 2 only if you fail Stage 1 only if you fail Stage 1 Attempt 1 Attempt 1 Stage 2 Stage 2 Attempt 1 Attempt 1 after passing Stage 1 after passing Stage 1 Attempt 1 or 2 Attempt 1 or 2 Attempt 2 Attempt 2 only if you fail Stage 2 only if you fail Stage 2 Attempt 1 Attempt 1 Note Passing the assessment entails passing Stage 1 and Stage 2 in either round Lockout Periods Lockout periods are in place to ensure that the integrity of the Proficiency Assessment is being upheld throughout the testing process and to serve as a reminder to review the Framework for Teaching and Rubric along with any other training materials before reattempting the Proficiency Assessment A 24 hour lockout period occurs when a candidate e Did not pass the 1st attempt of Stage 1 in Rounds 1 or 2 e Did not pass the 1st attempt of Stage 2 in Rounds 1 or 2 A 14 day lockout period occurs when a candidate e Did not pass the 2nd attempt of Stage 1 in Round 1
34. deos indicated with a video icon and activities and complete the training components Note There are built in progress indicators When you finish a component within the training module a check mark appears next to the completed component Copyright 2012 Teachscape Page 6 Teachscape Focus Help Focus Help My Training and Assessment Training Navigating Through Observer Training 5 2013 edition All Grades K 12 Observer for Teachscape Internal Demo Overview Training Practice Assessment Calibration wi 3 4 Observer Training amp Framework POF Rubric POF Click on a module to begin your training It is recommended that you work through all the 2 gt Observer Training for Domain 1 amp Domain 4 modules in the following order Please note that the Proficiency Assessment does not include content from domains 1 and 4 This training includes an introduction to the framework language and performance levels for In order for the system to track time spent in each module accurately make sure you log out Bach component afiDormeina A And A tn ecesion each module inet les video commentary using the link on the top right corner of this screen The system is set to automatically time from Charlotte Danielson an introduction to the sources of evidence necessary to evaluate on out after 60 minutes of inactivity the component and prompts and reflection questions to use when evaluating the evidence collected from each o
35. e eight components you scored Your Score the score you gave the associated component Master Score the master score for the associated component vv Pr W N HG Rationale provides the accuracy of your score and in bold a detailed explanation of the master score using the Framework for Teaching and in parentheses some examples of evidence 6 Print this Report Select this link to access a printer friendly version of the Scoring Practice report 7 What do you want to do next a Select Score the next practice video to return to the Scoring Practice videos page b Select Return Home to return to the Focus Overview page from there you can select Scoring Practice History and access your Scoring Practice report for each scored completed video Copyright 2012 Teachscape Page 25 Teachscape Focus Help Focus Help My Training and Assessment Assessment Accessing and Preparing for Proficiency Assessment The Proficiency Assessment is a rigorous summative assessment that is used to test and certify your knowledge of the Framework for Teaching and your ability to apply the Framework for Teaching consistently and accurately as you perform your observations Important For the purpose of this help document all screenshots are taken from the 2013 edition of the Framework for Teaching Although functionality is the same the Proficiency Assessment is tailored to the edition of the Framework for Teaching your district is using either the 20
36. eachscape Calibration 2013 edition All Grades K 12 Observer for Teachscape Internal Demo Resources About Focus Understanding the 2013 Edition Teacher Orientation i amp Framework for Teaching Evaluation Instrument Observable Components PDF 99kb amp Framework at a Glance Domains 2 and 3 PDF 366kb Rubrics for the Framework for Teaching PDF 119kb Acknowledgment Teacher performances shown may have been edited for the purposes of training practice and assessment and may not necessarily reflect each teacher s classroom performance or practice Teachscape would like to thank the teachers featured in the Framework for Teaching Proficiency System for allowing us to film in their classrooms Page 53 Teachscape Focus Help Focus Help My Training and Assessment Calibration Overview Training Practice Assessment Calibration Third Calibration Window Winter 12 01 2013 12 23 2013 qd Video 1 Start Calibration fi Video 2 Start Calibration Reports Calibration Windows Videos Framework Edition Completed Results Third Calibration Window Winter Video1 2013 07 29 2013 Demonstrated Scoring Accuracy 12 1 13 12 23 13 Video2 2013 07 30 2013 View Report 4 Another calibration Video1 2013 10 31 2013 Needs Practice and Support 9 13 13 11 26 13 Video2 2013 10 31 2013 View Report 4 Note You may or may not see a description of your scoring accuracy results above the View Report link
37. ear Similarly if you pass the assessment on June 15 2014 you are considered recertified for the 2014 2015 school year Note Once you have passed the Proficiency Assessment the Recertification Assessment becomes active in the school year in which you are required to recertify If you do not pass the Recertification Assessment on your first attempt you can take the assessment again after a 14 day waiting period or another waiting period determined by your district During that time the Observer Training and Scoring Practice modules and exercises are available for you to review You may take the Recertification Assessment as many times as is necessary until you pass Note Your district or organization may limit the number of attempts based on local policy determinations For more information about the Recertification Assessment testing path and lockout periods refer to How Copyright 2012 Teachscape Page 66 Teachscape Focus Help Focus Help My Training and Assessment Recertification to Recertify Recertification Path Technical Information At the end of the Recertification Assessment in order to receive your assessment results you are required to confirm that you were able to complete the assessment without any technical difficulties If you experience technical difficulties you should select the Quit Assessment link located at the bottom left of the current component being scored Once you select Quit Assessment you
38. een appropriate evidence and interpretation Il Distinguish between appropriate evidence and statements that are biased or suggest professional preferences lil Recognize evidence that has been mis categorized to the wrong FfT component IV Assign an accurate score for each of the eight 8 FfT components based on a set of evidence V Assign evidence to the appropriate FfT component Assessment 10 10 10 56 14 12 72 21 Note Certain questions are designed to measure multiple sub skills Therefore your score for these questions is counted under multiple sub skill areas but only for the purpose of the Sub Skills Report Please note that because of this the sum of the sub skill scores will not match the test attempt scores used to make the pass or not pass decision The table that follows maps each sub skill to specific portions of Observer Training As preparation for the Proficiency Assessment it is important to understand what the different sub skills measure This table provides specific areas to study and can also be found in your Sub skills Report which is available after you have completed pass or fail each stage of the Proficiency Assessment Copyright 2012 Teachscape Page 31 Teachscape Focus Help Focus Help My Training and Assessment if a User Scores Lower In This Sub Skill 1 Distinguish between appropriate evidence and interpretation II Distinguish between appropriate evidence and s
39. ence Applying the Framework for Teaching a Pg 2 Applying the Framework b Pgs 7 amp 11 Part C Determine the levels of performance for components in Domain 2 c Pgs 8 amp 12 Part D Determine the levels of performance for components in Domain 3 Component modules 2a 3d a Rubric section b Levels of performance section Applying the Framework for Teaching a Pg 2 Applying the Framework b Pg 4 Align evidence with components c Pgs 6 amp 10 Part B Align evidence with components Component modules 23 3d a Practice gathering evidence b Rubric section Critical attributes possible examples Page 41 Teachscape Focus Help Focus Help My Training and Assessment Assessment Printing Your Certificate of Achievement After passing Stage 1 and Stage 2 of the Proficiency Assessment you are given a Certificate of Achievement that you can save and print Instructions provided describe how to access save and print your Framework for Teaching Proficiency Test Certificate of Achievement 1 Select the Proficiency Assessment Results drop down arrow L Proficient on 09 02 2013 4p Note After passing your Proficiency Assessment the Assessment section on the Overview page is shaded in gray and your status displays the date on which you became proficient 2 Select the Download certificate of achievement link Copyright 2012 Teachscape Page 42 Teachscape Focus Help Focus Hel
40. ents in Leaming 4 3 3d Using Assessment in instruction 3 2 6 Print this Report 7 What do you want to do next Score the next practice video Retum Home Copyright 2012 Teachscape Your score is correct For Creating an Environment of Respect and Rapport 2a this video segment is scored at a level 3 Teacher student interactions are friendly and demonstrate general caring and respect The teacher uses humor throughout the lesson to which the students react positively Students are attuned to the teacher The teacher calls students by name Such interactions are appropriate to the ages cultures and developmental levels of the students Talk between the teacher and students and among students is uniformly respectful A student says Can please read the Deciarator A student asks to add ta the discussion and the teacher politely asks the student to hold te thought for a minute The students maritain eye contact with and listen to their peers while thay offer their opinions on and interprotaticns of the Deciaraton of independence The net result of the interactions is polite respectful and business like Your score is correct For Establishing amp Culture for Learning 2b this video segment is scored at a level 4 The classroom culture in a cognitively busy place characterized by a shared belief in the importance of learning The teacher reminds students about the court case involving questioning authority The
41. eted this step you can assign scores on the scseen that follows You will have the ability to edit or delete evidence statements until you click on the Score button Watch the entire video or you might miss critical evidence that may help you to score accurately M 01 06 3 15 05 ll 32 Type Your Evidence Here 4960 characters left Video ID C 2 1 Students engage with the learning task Length 43 mins Start and End time 0 0 15 5 Math Gradespan All Grades Your evidence is added to the Evidence column with the observable components domains 2a 2d and 3a 3d located on the right hand side 3 Select the components that align with your evidence from the Components column Evidence Components Eule KB DIN Martes _ 2a Creating an Environment of Respect and Rapport Edit Delete Selected Component s 1 2b Establishing a Culture for Learning 2c Managing Classroom Procedures 2d Managing Student Behavior O 3a Communicating with Students D 3b Using Questioning and Discussion Techniques IV 3c Engaging Students in Learning 3d Using Assessment in Instruction 1 of 1 evidence statements are associated with components Note Because you will be asked to score each observable component we strongly recommend that you ensure all eight components are included in your evidence collecting process at least once Scoring Calibration Videos Once you have viewed the Calibration video collected all
42. ework for Teaching b Scoring Practice provides practice videos to improve your scoring accuracy c Assessment enables you to determine your proficiency in using the Framework for Teaching to conduct accurate and reliable observations d Calibration enables you to monitor your scoring accuracy over time Note Calibration only becomes active after your organization s administrator creates the first calibration window Copyright 2012 Teachscape Page 3 Teachscape Focus Help Focus Help My Training and Assessment Focus Home Page Access and Navigation Navigating Through Focus 2013 Focus Home Page for Framework for Teaching 2013 Edition Users This screenshot shows the Focus home page for anyone using the 2013 edition of the Framework for Teaching Please see the explanation for each numbered item below the screenshot 1 2013 edition All Grades K 12 Observer for Teachscape Internal Demo 3 Overview Training Practice Assessment Calibration 4 Observer Training 2 Resources Complete essential training on the observable components of the Framework for Teaching Minimize your bias study the rubric About Focus in detail watch over 100 master scored video examples and practice using the Framework to conduct observations and assign a level for each component Understanding the 2013 Edition Teacher Orientation b Training Histo 9 amp Framework for Teaching Evaluation Instrument Scoring Practice Observable Com
43. f the observable components in the Framework for Teaching Compare your scores with master scores and review the expert rationales Scoring Practice History Assessment Proficiency Assessment Complete the assessment to determine your proficiency in using the Framework for Teaching to conduct observations accurately and reliably Answer multiple choice questions and score classroom videos from your grade band It is recommended that you complete Observer Training and Scoring Practice before beginning the Proficiency Assessment Test Status In Progress Stage 1 1 of 2 attempts Not Passed Stage 2 0 of 2 attempts Not Started Last Tested 12 16 2013 Retest Between 12 17 2013 12 23 2014 b Proficiency Assessment Results Status In Progress Calibration Periodically monitor your scoring accuracy using the Framework for Teaching For each Calibration exercise score two classroom videos from your grade band Compare your scores with master scores and compare your evidence with expert rationales Calibration Window ant m Third Calibration Window Winter 12 01 2013 12 23 2013 Calibration Status Needs Remediation and Monitoring Video 1 Completed on 12 23 2013 Video 2 Completed on 12 23 2013 Calibration Report Calibration 2013 edition All Grades K 12 Observer for Teachscape Internal Demo Resources About Focus Understanding the 2013 Edition Teacher Orientation ok Framework for Teaching Evaluation Instr
44. f these sources All component level modules include an end of module quiz for users to check their understanding of the component 1 Read about training in About Focus 6 m Overview of the Framework for Teaching 30m Using the Framework for Observations 40m Minimizing Bias 1h 00m 2a Creating an Environment of Respect and Rapport 2h 40m 2b Establishing a Culture for Learning 2h 20m 2c Managing Classroom Procedures 2h 30m 2d Managing Student Behavior 2h 00m 3a Communicating with Students 2h 20m 3b Using Questioning Prompts and Discussion Techniques 2h 20m 3c Engaging Students in Learning 2h 20m 3d Using Assessment in Instruction 2h 40m Putting It All Together 1h 45m Acknowledgment Teacher performances shown may have been edited for the purposes of training practice and assessment and may not necessarily reflect each teacher s classroom performance or practice Teachscape would like to thank the teachers featured in the Framework for Teaching Proficiency System for allowing us to film in their classrooms 1 The Observer Training modules training modules specific to observable components domain 2 components 2a 2d and domain 3 components 3a 3d 2 Observer Training for Domain 1 amp Domain 4 training modules for each component within domains 1 and 4 Access these training modules by clicking on Observer Training for Domain 1 amp Domain 4 3 Framework PDF a downloadable and printer friendly PDF version of the
45. fication Assessment section of About Focus Accessing Your Recertification Assessment e Select the Assessment tab on the Focus menu bar or the Assessment Recertification Assessment button Copyright 2012 Teachscape Page 60 Teachscape Focus Help Focus Help My Training and Assessment Recertification home amp focus reflect learn advance Overview Training Practice Calibration Observer Training Complete essential training on the observable components of the Framework for Teaching Minimize your bias study the rubric in detail watch over 100 master scored video examples and practice using the Framework to conduct observations and assign a level for each component gt Training History Scoring Practice Improve your scoring accuracy with practice videos from your grade band Score each classroom video for all eight of the observable components in the Framework for Teaching Compare your scores with master scores and review the expert rationales gt Scoring Practice History Assessment Recertification Assessment Complete every 3 school year s starting on 11 19 2013 Complete the Recertification Assessment to determine if you have maintained your ability to assign accurate scores to the observable components in the Framework for Teaching This test is one stage only in which you will score 4 classroom videos from your grade band Next attempt available on 11 19 2013 gt Recertification Assessment Results
46. find out the meaning of a word The student says On page 16 that the jury is not supposed to interpret the law themselves or decide that there was ibe what wes it for then if R couldn decide The teacher s spoken and written language is expressive and the teacher finds opportunities to extend students vocabularies both within the discipline and for more general une The teacher defines ostracized in context The teacher presents the meaning of recourse by example and discussion Students contribute to the correct use of academic vocabulary A student corrects another student s use of hanged instead of hung A student says Going back to what Student Name said ifs not necessarty true that Puritans are extinct I you re American then youre a Puritan The teacher explains content clearly and imaginatively using metaphors and analogies to bring content to life The teacher leads students to discover the idea that women had no role in colonial decisions by describing students in the room who could or could not contribute to the discussion due to gender and race Your score is correct For Using Questioning and Discussion Techniques 3b this video segment is scored at a level 4 The teacher uses a variety or series of questions and prompts to challenge students cognitively The teacher asks open ended questions throughout such as What was it like before the Declaration Student Name give me one idea The teacher s ques
47. ging Students in Learning EXE Delete SdlectediConpaneniis 2 _ 3d Using Assessment in Instruction 9 of 9 evidence statements are associated with components Cancel You cannot change evidence or how you coded it after you click on 2 Select Yes in the pop up window to verify that you are ready to score the practice video Select No if you need to add any evidence or make any changes prior to scoring the practice video Have you watched the entire video recorded all evidence and associated as many evidence statements as you would like to the components You cannot return to this screen after you click on Score Are you ready to score now Yes No 3 Review the evidence associated with the component 4 Select the level of performance using the radio buttons Note By default the evidence not associated with the component you are evaluating is hidden To view the evidence not associated with this component select the Show evidence not associated with this component title bar under the Evidence associated with this component To hide it select Hide evidence Copyright 2012 Teachscape Page 18 Teachscape Focus Help Focus Help My Training and Assessment Practice not associated with this component as indicated by the screenshot below 5 Select Next Component 6 Repeat Steps 3 5 above to score the Practice Video across all eight components 2a Creating an Environment of Respect and Rapport Evide
48. ginning the Proficiency Assessment Test Status Not Assessed 4 Stage 1 0 of 2 attempts Not Started Stage 2 0 of 2 attempts Not Started Last Tested gt Proficiency Assessment Results Status Not Assessed Assessment Status Not Assessed Assessment Proficiency Assessment Complete the assessment to determine your proficiency in using the Framework for Teaching to conduct observations accurately and reliably Answer multiple choice questions and score classroom videos from your grade band It is recommended that you complete Observer Training and Scoring Practice before beginning the Proficiency Assessment Test Status In Progress Stage 1 1 of 2 attempts Not Passed 4 Stage 2 0 of 2 attempts Not Started Last Tested 12 20 2013 4 Retest Between 12 21 2013 12 26 2014 4 gt Proficiency Assessment Results Status In Progress Assessment Status Did not pass 1st attempt of Stage 1 Lockout Period 24 hours Copyright 2012 Teachscape Page 35 Teachscape Focus Help Focus Help My Training and Assessment Assessment Assessment Proficiency Assessment Complete the assessment to determine your proficiency in using the Framework for Teaching to conduct observations accurately and reliably Answer multiple choice questions and score classroom videos from your grade band It is recommended that you complete Observer Training and Scoring Practice before beginning the Proficiency Assessment
49. heck Your System Review Terms of Use Review Test Instructions Start Proficiency Assessment Print the Terms of Use By taking this test you are agreeing to abide by all procedures and policies contained in the User Agreement and these Terms and Conditions Test Procedures and Regulations The following general guidelines apply to the Focus System All of these procedures and guidelines begin when you start the proficiency test Discussion or sharing of test content or answers at any time is prohibited This test contains sections with video recordings The recorded material can be paused but it cannot be replayed You will not be permitted to continue the test or any part of it beyond the established time limit You may not copy any part of the test The test is the property of ETS Although security measures have been applied testing irregularities may sometimes occur Please contact Teachscape as soon as possible to report any observed irregular behavior for example someone copying from another test taker taking a test for someone else having access to test questions before the exam or using notes me amm omm d aida is Review Test Instructions It is important to carefully read the test instructions before beginning your Proficiency Assessment Along with instructions on how to take the Proficiency Assessment some best practices and tips to help you along the way are also provided Follow these steps to review the tes
50. ice Improve your scoring accuracy with practice videos from your grade band Score each classroom video for all eight of the observable components in the Framework for Teaching Compare your scores with master scores and review the expert rationales Scoring Practice History Assessment Proficiency Assessment Complete the assessment to determine your proficiency in using the Framework for Teaching to conduct observations accurately and reliably Answer multiple choice questions and score classroom videos from your grade band It is recommended that you complete Observer Training and Scoring Practice before beginning the Proficiency Assessment Test Status In Progress Stage 1 1 of 2 attempts Not Passed Stage 2 0 of 2 attempts Not Started Last Tested 12 16 2013 Retest Between 12 17 2013 12 23 2014 gt Proficiency Assessment Results Status In Progress Calibration Periodically monitor your scoring accuracy using the Framework for Teaching For each Calibration exercise score two classroom videos from your grade band Compare your scores with master scores and compare your evidence with expert rationales Calibration Window is em Third Calibration Window Winter 12 01 2013 12 23 2013 Calibration Status Needs Remediation and Monitoring Video 1 Completed on 12 23 2013 Video 2 Completed on 12 23 2013 Calibration Report 1 Select the View Report link associated with the Calibration Window Copyright 2012 T
51. ice Tracking Scoring Practice Progress After you finish scoring a practice video the video is added to your Scoring Practice History Instructions provided describe how to track your Scoring Practice progress and access the Scoring Practice report for each video you ve scored and a printer friendly version of your Scoring Practice History Important For the purpose of this help document all screenshots are taken from the 2013 edition of the Framework for Teaching Although functionality is the same Scoring Practice is tailored to the edition of the Framework for Teaching your district is using either the 2011 edition or the 2013 edition 1 Select the Scoring Practice History drop down list box at the bottom of the Scoring Practice section on the Overview page in Focus home Ed focus reflect learn advance My Videos Focus Help 7 Michael Smith 7 2013 edition All Grades K 12 Observer for Teachscape Internal Demo Overview Training Practice Assessment Calibration Observer Training Resources Complete essential training on the observable components of the Framework for Teaching Minimize your bias study the rubric About Focus in detail watch over 100 master scored video examples and practice using the Framework to conduct observations and assign a level for each component Understanding the 2013 Edition Teacher Orientation gt Training Histo ai y Framework for Teaching Evaluation Instrument A 5 Observable Componen
52. ing and Assessment Recertification Overview Recertification Assessment Attempt 2 Check Your System In order to take this online test you will need to ensure your system is optimized to handle our streaming videos Select each option below after ensuring they are accurate amp Ensure a wired broadband Internet connection instead of WiFi or wireless connection with a download speed of around 2Mbps amp M Run a speed test at http www speedtest net to see if you have the recommended download speed of around 2 Mbps amp Close all other programs and webpages except for this Framework for Teaching Proficiency System Play this example video b 00 00 00 00 4 4 Pas Can you clearly view this video Yes No Can you clearly hear this video Yes No Note The Continue button is not activated until all the options have been selected to ensure that your system is optimized for the Recertification Assessment Review Terms of Use Prior to beginning the Recertification Assessment you must agree with the Terms of Use 1 Review the Terms of Use 2 Click Agree Note You can access a printer friendly version of the Terms of Use by selecting Print the Terms of Use link on the upper right hand corner of the Test Procedures and Regulations text box Copyright 2012 Teachscape Page 63 Teachscape Focus Help Focus Help My Training and Assessment Recertification Overview gt Recertification Assessment Attempt 2 C
53. ining and Assessment Recertification Completing the Recertification Assessment The Recertification Assessment is a single stage summative assessment to reassess your ability to accurately observe classroom teaching practice using Domains 2 and 3 of Charlotte Danielson s Framework for Teaching For more information about the Recertification Assessment please visit the Recertification Assessment section of the About Focus guide Structure of the Recertification Assessment The Recertification Assessment which only measures video scoring accuracy consists of four grade spa specific videos You must view and score the four videos on all eight observable components of Domains 2 and 3 ofthe Framework for Teaching The Recertification Assessment should take about 2 5 hours to complete but you have up to 6 hours to complete the assessment which must be completed within one sitting Note You will not receive immediate feedback after scoring each video You will only receive feedback at the conclusion of the overall exercise scoring all four videos For more information about the structure of the Recertification Assessment refer to the Recertification Assessment Overview Contents Testing Path and Lockout Periods Recertification is associated with the school year which extends between June 1 and May 31 in Teachscape Focus If you pass the assessment on May 15 2014 you are considered recertified for the 2013 2014 school y
54. ion Report button can only be used to access your Calibration report while the current Calibration window is open Calibration Periodically monitor your scoring accuracy using the Framework for Teaching For each Calibration exercise score two classroom videos from your grade band Compare your scores with master scores and compare your evidence with expert rationales Calibration Window Third Calibration Window Winter 12 01 2013 12 31 2013 Calibration Status Needs Practice and Support Video 1 Completed on 12 19 2013 4 Video 2 Completed on 12 19 2013 4 m Calibration Report Note The Calibration Window date range is indicated within the Calibration section on the Focus Overview page The date on which you completed scoring each Calibration video is also displayed in the Calibration section on the Focus Overview page Copyright 2012 Teachscape Page 52 Teachscape Focus Help Focus Help My Training and Assessment All Calibration Reports 1 Select the Calibration tab or the Calibration section button Overview Training Practice Assessment Calibration Observer Training Complete essential training on the observable components of the Framework for Teaching Minimize your bias study the rubric in detail watch over 100 master scored video examples and practice using the Framework to conduct observations and assign a level for each component gt Training History Scoring Pract
55. istrator has opted not to display your status it will be displayed as Completed 4 Scoring accuracy bar graph displays your overall scoring accuracy by color coded category as a bar graph 5 What do you want to do next provides a link back to your Calibration home page Calibration Video 1 Report Diagram After you score Video 1 the Calibration report containing your results recommendations and any feedback specific to Video 1 is displayed The Calibration report for Video 2 along with the Overall Report is available after you have scored Video 2 The image that follows shows a sample Calibration report for Video 1 and corresponds to the numbered descriptions below it Note The image of the Calibration report below has been cropped so the results for all eight components domains 2b 2d and 3a 3c are not displayed Your own Calibration report for Video 1 on the other hand Copyright 2012 Teachscape Page 55 Teachscape Focus Help Focus Help My Training and Assessment Calibration will include all your evidence and scores across all eight components domains 2a 2d and 3a 3d Copyright 2012 Teachscape Page 56 Teachscape Focus Help Focus Help My Training and Assessment Calibration Copyright 2012 Teachscape Page 57 Teachscape Focus Help Focus Help My Training and Assessment Calibration Calibration Results for video 1 1 Framework Edition 2013 2 Third Calibration Window Winter 12 01 2013 12 31 2
56. k for Teaching Be sure to watch the entire video to avoid missing any critical evidence Copyright 2012 Teachscape Page 17 Teachscape Focus Help Focus Help My Training and Assessment Practice Scoring Practice Videos Once you have viewed the Scoring Practice video collected all your evidence and aligned the components with your evidence you must score each component of the video To facilitate your scoring the evidence that corresponds to each component will be displayed on your screen Instructions provided describe how to score practice videos 1 Select Score Note Once you select the Score button you cannot change evidence or your coding of it Evidence Components Students play an important role throughout the lesson and the learning process 2a Creating an Environment of Respect and Rapport Edit Delete Selected Component s 2 _ 2b Establishing a Culture for Learning Uses process of elimination techniques effectively when students get tripped up on questions to help students be successful 2c Managing Classroom Procedures Edit Delete Selected Component s 1 2d Managing Student Behavior Redirects learning effectively when a student is off track and or confused J 3a Communicating with Students Edit Delete Selected Component s 4 amp 3b Using Questioning and Discussion Techniques Ensures his students are staying on task and remain involved in the lesson at all times amp 3c Enga
57. k on the Score button Watch the entire video or you might miss critical evidence that may help you to score accurately 16 37 v BS Video ID S 173_0 Length 16 mins Start and End time 0 14 16 45 Social Studies Gradespan All Grades Your evidence is added to the Evidence column with the observable components domains 2a 2d and 3a 3d located on the right hand side 3 Select the components that align with your evidence from the Components column Evidence Components Teacher is actively involving students in the lesson O 2a Creating an Environment of Respect and Rapport Edit Delete Selected Component s 2 2b Establishing a Culture for Learning 2c Managing Classroom Procedures 2d Managing Student Behavior 3a Communicating with Students 3b Using Questioning and Discussion Techniques amp 3c Engaging Students in Learning 3d Using Assessment in Instruction 1 of 1 evidence statements are associated with components Note Because you will be asked to score each observable component ensure that all eight components are included in your evidence collecting process at least once Tips Use the PDF version of the Framework for Teaching to look up critical attributes and help you score accurately Copyright 2012 Teachscape Page 16 Teachscape Focus Help Focus Help My Training and Assessment Practice 2013 edition of The Framework for Teaching 2011 edition of The Framewor
58. lassroom videos from your grade band It is recommended that you complete Observer Training and Scoring Practice before beginning the Proficiency Assessment Test Status Not Assessed Stage 1 0 of 2 attempts Not Started Stage 2 0 of 2 attempts Not Started Last Tested P Proficiency Assessment Results Status Not Assessed Proficiency Assessment Preparation Before beginning your Proficiency Assessment it is important to ensure that your system is configured properly you understand and comply with the Terms of Use and you review the test Instructions Checking Your System Upon accessing your Proficiency Assessment you will be asked to check that your system is configured properly to perform the Proficiency Assessment and display all the necessary content Note If your system does not pass the system check contact the IT professional or systems administrator within your school or district An improperly configured system can cause your Proficiency Assessment to fail Copyright 2012 Teachscape Page 27 Teachscape Focus Help Focus Help My Training and Assessment Assessment Follow these steps while checking that your system is configured properly 1 Review the system check options 2 Ensure that your system complies with each option 3 Select the check box or radio button next to each option to verify your system s compliance 4 Select Continue Overview Proficiency Assessment Stage 1 Check Your System
59. lassrooms Calibration Windows Videos Framework Edition Completed Results Third Calibration Window Winter Videot N A N A 12 1 13 12 31 13 Video2 N A N A Not Started Another calibration Videot N A N A 9 13 13 11 26 13 Video2 N A N A Not Started another calibration Video1 N A N A 8 21 13 8 31 13 Video2 N A N A Not Started Note You can also directly access the Calibration videos by selecting Start located to the right of the Video heading in the Calibration section on the Focus Overview page Calibration Periodically monitor your scoring accuracy using the Framework for Teaching For each Calibration exercise score two classroom videos from your grade band Compare your scores with master scores and compare your evidence with expert rationales Calibration Window Third Calibration Window Winter 12 01 2013 12 31 2013 Calibration Status Not Started Video 1 Not Started Yet Start 4 Video 2 Unavailable m Calibration Report Viewing Calibration Videos To view the selected Calibration video either select the play icon located in the middle of the video or the play button located in the lower left hand corner of the video Copyright 2012 Teachscape Page 47 Teachscape Focus Help Focus Help My Training and Assessment Calibration 2013 edition All Grades K 12 Observer for Teachscape Internal Demo Overview Calibration Video ID C 143_0 Type in your evidence while watching the video
60. nce associated with this component Score a level of performance for this component Interacts directly with students to reinforce key points and topics throughout the lesson Students play an important role throughout the lesson and the learning process Hide evidence not associated with this component Asks questions and allows students to respond and interact Keeps students grounded by setting realistic expectations and sticking to them Uses humor effectively to keep students engaged Allows students to provide answers and then builds on those answers to provide the necessary information that will be assessed later Ensures his students are staying on task and remain involved in the lesson at all times Redirects learnina effectively when a student is off track and or confused Notes and Tips D Level 1 Level2 Level3 D Level 4 Next Component e By displaying the evidence not associated with each component you obtain a holistic view of your evidence while you complete the scoring process To change the level you have selected for a component select the radio button next to the appropriate level of the component you are scoring before selecting Next Component e To edit the previous component s score select Previous Component located on the left hand side of the command bar along the bottom of each page Copyright 2012 Teachscape Page 19 Teachscape Focus Help Focus Help My Training and Assessment Pract
61. nce or how you coded it after you click on a 2 Select Yes in the pop up window to verify that you are ready to score the Calibration video Select No if you need to add any evidence or make any changes prior to scoring the Calibration video Have you watched the entire video recorded all evidence and associated as many evidence statements as you would like to the components You cannot return to this screen after you click on Score Are you ready to score now Yes No 3 Review the evidence associated with each component 4 Select the level of performance using the radio buttons Note By default the evidence not associated with the component you are evaluating is hidden To view the evidence not associated with this component select the Show evidence not associated with this component title bar under the Evidence associated with this component To hide it select Hide evidence not associated with this component as indicated by the screenshot below 5 Select Next Component 6 Repeat Steps 3 5 above to score the Calibration video across all eight components Copyright 2012 Teachscape Page 50 Teachscape Focus Help Focus Help My Training and Assessment 2a Creating an Environment of Respect and Rapport Calibration Evidence associated with this component Score a level of performance for this component Interacts directly with students to reinforce key points and topics throughout the lesson
62. nt and may not S 14_6 15m 12 10 2013 necessarily reflect each teacher s classroom performance or practice Teachscape would like to thank the teachers featured in the FE 45 18m Not Viewed HIER for ee Proficiency System for allowing us to film in their classrooms E 30 4 15m Not Viewed E 8 45 1 17m Not Viewed E 8 74 19m Not Viewed B ELS 15m Not Viewed 8 170 0 B Ea 16m Not Viewed S 173_0 A coe 17m Not Viewed S 178_0 Note The date in the Date Last Scored column will only be updated after you have scored the video 1 Sort by ID A unique ID number is assigned to each practice video You can sort the numbers in ascending or descending order by selecting the Sort by ID heading Note To open a practice video select the filmstrip icon in the Sort by ID column 2 Length The runtime of each practice video You can sort by length by selecting the arrow to the left ofthe Length heading 3 Date Last Scored Displays the date on which you completed scoring the practice video Note The date in the Date Last Scored column will only be updated after you have scored the video 4 Framework PDF Opens a downloadable and printer friendly PDF version of the Framework for Teaching in a new tab on your browser 5 Rubric PDF Opens a downloadable and printer friendly PDF version of the scoring rubric levels 1 4 for each component within domains 2 and 3 in a new tab on your browser 6 The edition of the Framework for Teaching your di
63. ome Michael Smith see e Featured Resource Welcome to Teachscape Teachscape is a comprehensive video rich online environment designed to closely integrate professional development with observation and review practices The Teachscape platform supports the growth and development of every educator by focusing on definition of great teaching and suggestions for practical application of best practices Teachscape builds educators skills and confidence by providing a clear and targeted learning roadmap resulting in more effective instructional practices and greater student outcomes Targeted Learning Resource Teachscape Focus Establishing Expectations for Teachscape Reflect Classroom Procedures Research shows that one of the most striking differences between more effective and less effective classroom management is how well teachers actahlich elacernem nrnnant rae and Teachscape Learn Teachscape Advance 1 Log into Teachscape 2 Click on the focus tab in the top menu bar of your Teachscape home page or the Teachscape Focus link in the center of the page 3 Click on Ok in the System Check dialog box Note To interact with the Framework for Teaching Proficiency System ensure your system is optimized as follows Use a laptop or desktop and not a mobile device e Your operating system OS should be Windows 7 PC users or OS X Mac users Copyright 2012 Teachscape Page 1 Teachscape Focus Help Focus
64. ond with the number of questions in each stage of the proficiency assessment The table that follows maps each sub skill to specific portions of Observer Training Most observers find this content particularly useful when they wish to study specific sections in the Observer Training in order to Copyright 2012 Teachscape Page 40 Teachscape Focus Help Focus Help My Training and Assessment Assessment improve upon their knowledge for the subsequent attempt This table can also be found in your Guide to Proficiency Assessment Results if a User Scores Lower In This Sub Skill Distinguish between appropriate evidence and interpretation II Distinguish between appropriate evidence and statements that are biased or suggest professional preferences IIl Recognize evidence that has been mis categorized to the wrong FfT component IV Assign an accurate score for each of the eight 8 FfT components based on a set of evidence V Assign evidence to the appropriate FfT Copyright 2012 Teachscape ser May g Modu 1 Applying the Framework for Teaching 1 Pg 2 Applying the Framework also in Overview of the Framework for r Applying the Framework for Teaching o Pg 2 Applying the Framework o Pg 3 Distinguish between evidence interpretation and bias Component modules 2a 3d o Indicators o Practice gathering evidence Minimizing Bias Component modules 2a 3d a Elements b Identify relevant evid
65. or the edition of the Framework for Teaching your district is using Note To ensure that your training time is accurate complete each training session in one tab within your browser and then log out of your account when you are done with your training session The system is set to automatically time out after 60 minutes of inactivity e To access a printer friendly version of your Training History click on Print this report located below the list of training modules Copyright 2012 Teachscape Page 8 Teachscape Focus Help Focus Help My Training and Assessment Training Observer Training Complete essential training on the observable components of the Framework for Teaching Minimize your bias study the rubric in detail watch over 100 master scored video examples and practice using the Framework to conduct observations and assign a level for each component w Training History v Framework for Teaching 2013 Training Module Last Reviewed Read about training in About Focus 11 22 2013 Overview of the Framework for Teaching 11 21 2013 Using the Framework for Observations 11 21 2013 Creating an Environment of Respect and Rapport 11 22 2013 Putting It All Together 11 19 2013 Demonstrating Knowledge of Content and Pedagogy 11 26 2013 Total Time Spent 5 h 10 m Print this report 4 Note Training time shown in this report may not be accurate if users did not logout of the system or if there was no activity for
66. oving your scoring accuracy Recommendations are based on how many of the scores are in exact agreement with adjacent to or discrepant with the master rater s scores What do you want to do next links include e Score next Calibration video select this link to go directly to and begin scoring Calibration Video 2 e Return to Calibration home select this link to go back to your Calibration home page Copyright 2012 Teachscape Page 59 Teachscape Focus Help Focus Help My Training and Assessment Recertification Accessing and Preparing for the Recertification Assessment Recertification Assessment measures your ability to accurately apply Domains 2 and 3 of Danielson s Framework for Teaching within the grade span for the grade levels observed If your district or organization has determined that observers who achieved proficiency on the Proficiency Assessment must recertify at a certain frequency eligible observers will receive an email invitation to return to Teachscape Focus and take the Recertification Assessment To be eligible to take the Recertification Assessment e You must have passed shown proficiency on the Proficiency Assessment e Your district or organization must have the necessary license and provisioning to implement the Recertification Assessment e Your Focus Administrator has created the appropriate Recertification settings For more information about the Recertification Assessment please visit the Recerti
67. p My Training and Assessment Assessment v Proficient on 11 04 2013 Stage Attempt Score Status I I IV V Test Completed v x x Stage Attempt Score Status Il I IV V Test Completed x v v N Print Guide to Proficiency Assessment Results Im Print this report Download certificate of achievement4t 3 To open the file select Open in the File Download dialog box 4 To save the file select Save in the File Download dialog box Copyright 2012 Teachscape Page 43 Teachscape Focus Help Focus Help My Training and Assessment 80 0 Opening pdf_certificate296023 pdf You have chosen to open 9 pdf_certificate296023 pdf which is a Adobe PDF document 410 KB from http focus teachscape com What should Firefox do with this file JOpen with Adobe Reader default save File Do this automatically for files like this from now on Cancel Ex Note You must have Adobe Acrobat Reader to open and print your Certificate of Achievement Assessment 5 After opening your Certificate of Achievement select the printer icon or File gt Print to print your Certificate of Achievement Copyright 2012 Teachscape Page 44 Teachscape Focus Help Focus Help My Training and Assessment Calibration Accessing and Scoring Calibration Videos Calibration is a measure of your scoring accuracy over time using the Framework for Teaching and Rubrics The Calibration exercise requires you to s
68. ponents PDF 99kb Improve your scoring accuracy with practice videos from your grade band Score each classroom video for all eight of the observable components in the Framework for Teaching Compare your scores with master scores and review the expert ck Framework at a Glance rationales Domains 2 and 3 PDF 366kb ce Rubrics for the Framework for Scoring Practice History Teaching PDF 119kb Assessment Acknowledgment Proficiency Assessment Teacher performances shown may have been edited for the purposes of training Complete the assessment to determine your proficiency in using the Framework for Teaching to conduct observations practice and assessment and may not necessarily refiect each teacher s classroom performance or practice Teachscape would like to thank the teachers featured in the Framework for Teaching Proficiency System for allowing us to film in their classrooms accurately and reliably Answer multiple choice questions and score classroom videos from your grade band It is recommended that you complete Observer Training and Scoring Practice before beginning the Proficiency Assessment Test Status In Progress Stage 1 1 of 2 attempts Not Passed Stage 2 0 of 2 attempts Not Started Last Tested b Proficiency Assessment Results Status In Progress Calibration Periodically monitor your scoring accuracy using the Framework for Teaching For each Calibration exercise score two classroom videos from your grade band
69. provides a one page outline of domains 2 and 3 Rubrics for the Framework for Teaching a downloadable and printer friendly PDF providing an explanation of levels 1 4 for the components within domains 2 and 3 3 The Focus home page menu bar which provides access to Observer Training Scoring Practice Assessment and Calibration see descriptions below 4 The four parts of the Focus system a Observer Training provides essential training on the observable components of the Framework for Teaching b Scoring Practice provides practice videos to improve your scoring accuracy c Assessment enables you to determine your proficiency in using the Framework for Teaching to conduct accurate and reliable observations d Calibration enables you to monitor your scoring accuracy over time Note Calibration only becomes active after your organization s administrator creates the first calibration window Copyright 2012 Teachscape Page 5 Teachscape Focus Help Focus Help My Training and Assessment Training Accessing and Navigating Through Observer Training A key component of Teachscape Focus is Observer Training on the knowledge and application of the Framework for Teaching Observer Training not only prepares you for the Proficiency Assessment but it can also be used for review as you go thorugh the observation process in your district and state Observer Training consists of a series of component modules containing reading videos and e
70. questions and score classroom videos from your grade band It is recommended that you complete Observer Training and Scoring Practice before beginning the Proficiency Assessment Assessment w Recertification Assessment Results Status Recertified Attempts Test Date Status Action 4 02 08 2014 Recertified View Report Recertification Certificate gt Proficient on 01 06 2013 Calibration Periodically monitor your scoring accuracy using the N o Calibrati on Win d ows 8k teachscape F recertification certific pdf You can also download save and print your Recertification Assessment Certificate of Scoring Accuracy from the Recertification Assessment Results Report 1 Select the Recertification Certificate button Copyright 2012 Teachscape Page 71 Teachscape Focus Help Focus Help My Training and Assessment Overview gt Recertification Assessment Result You have completed the Recertification Assessment Attempt 1 You have earned your certificate Download the pdf here Recertification Certificate ge Recertification 2011 edition Elementary K 5 Observer for max org E Recertified What do you want to do next Return to home Scoring Performance Analysis Average Absolute Difference Score Component level Test Date Test Time Start End Attempt Passing Status Score 11 27 2013 05 09 35 to 05 14 39 1 Pass 68 Interpreting Your
71. r each of the videos that you review Continue for each component that you did not match exactly It may also be useful for you to complete additional scoring practice videos to strengthen your skills in accurately applying the rubric m E Exact Adjacent Discrepant 7 What do you want to do next Score next Calibration video Return to Calibration home Copyright 2012 Teachscape Page 58 Teachscape Focus Help Focus Help My Training and Assessment Calibration Te Framework edition The edition of the Framework for Teaching your organization is using Calibration window data Provides the number of the calibration window being scored the title of the calibration window and the date range for which the calibration window is open Note this observer is currently completing his or her third calibration window exercises Reading Your Report drop down arrow Select this drop down arrow for an explanation of what is displayed and the information provided in the Calibration report Components and Evidences column Displays each of the eight components and the evidence that you assigned to each component as you scored the Calibration video Scoring accuracy column Displays your score compared to the master rater s score for each component The scores are rated using the three categories green yellow or red and a rationale for each master rater s score is provided Recommendation Recommendations for impr
72. reak before attempting Stage 2 Fatigue can impact the quality of your performance e Prepare to spend the time allotted on the Proficiency Assessment o Stage 1 3 5 hours estimated you have 6 hours total o Stage 2 3 5 hours estimated you have 6 hours total e You can and should print the Framework for Teaching and Rubrics for the Framework for Teaching prior to taking the Proficiency Assessment Use the links provided below to access the 2011 and 2013 versions of both documents Please only use the Framework for Teaching and Rubrics that your district is assigned 2011 Framework for Teaching 2011 Rubrics 2013 Framework for Teaching o 2013 Rubrics e About Focus Testing Tips e About Focus Study Tips e f you pass the assessment be sure to Calibrate periodically to maintain your scoring accuracy over time Calibration is another section in Focus and is accessible from the Calibration tab on the Focus Overview page or by selecting the Calibration button below the Assessment section Copyright 2012 Teachscape Page 37 Teachscape Focus Help Focus Help My Training and Assessment Assessment Accessing and Reviewing Proficiency Assessment Results You can access your Proficiency Assessment results from the Focus Overview page after each attempt at the Proficiency Assessment To understand the results access the Guide to Proficiency Assessment Results located at the bottom of the Proficiency Assessment Results
73. s Help My Training and Assessment Recertification results will be displayed and a technical feedback ticket will not be sent to Technical Support This will also count toward one of your Recertification Assessment attempts 6 After you have filled out the Teachscape Technical Feedback ticket you must select Submit to send itto the Teachscape Technical Support team Note Even if you did not encounter any technical difficulties during the Recertification Assessment you must confirm that you have finished the assessment and are ready to receive your results Copyright 2012 Teachscape Page 68 Teachscape Focus Help Focus Help My Training and Assessment Recertification Accessing Your Recertification Assessment Certificate of Scoring Accuracy After successfully completing the Recertification Assessment and being deemed recertified you are given a Recertification Assessment Certificate of Scoring Accuracy The following instructions describe how to download save and print your Recertification Assessment Certificate of Scoring Accuracy 1 Select the Recertification Assessment Results drop down arrow 2 Select the Recertification Certificate button home a focus learn gt Scoring Practice History Assessment Fere Assessment Results Status Recertified Attempts Test Date Status Action 1 11 27 2013 Recertified View Report Recertification Certificate OF Proficient on 11 25 2013 Palikreantinn
74. scored at a level 2 Patterns of classroom interactions both between the teacher and students and among students are generally appropriate but may reflect occasional inconsistencies favoritism and disregard for students ages cultures and developmental levels The teacher is sarcastic with a student who is not working Yes When have ever been OK with you sitting and not doing anything The student replies with a sarcastic comment I can t remember the exact date The teacher says Exactly The teacher scratches her head and says You guys scratch your head and remember do you remember what the Berlin Conference was Most students just look at her and one student says OK I m not scratching my head Students rarely demonstrate disrespect for one another The teacher attempts to respond to disrespectful behavior with uneven results When the teacher assigns partner work some partners listen to each other some do not The teacher waiks by students and they begin to work in partners and listen to each other s comments The net result of the interactions is neutral conveying neither warmth nor conflict 3d Using Assessment in Instruction 3 1 Allows students to interact and ensures all students have partners to work with on the assignment Students are assessing the documents and sharing i Rationale For Using Assessment in Instruction 3d this video segment is scored at a level 1 Students do Ensures studen
75. ssible number of points a user could earn in each sub skill There are overlapping questions in multiple sub skills so directly multiplying the percentages with the number of questions per section will not yield the number of questions that you answered correctly Using the Guide to Proficiency Assessment Results The Guide to Proficiency Assessment Results provides detailed information on each sub skill asample sub skills report with an explanation of the columns and scores received a table containing a breakdown of the number of points per sub skill in each stage of the Proficiency Assessment and a table containing recommendations for training and preparing yourself for your next attempt The table that follows outlines the number of possible points in Stage 1 and Stage 2 you can earn in each sub skill area on the Proficiency Assessment This table can also be found in your Guide to Proficiency Assessment Results Number of Points Number of Points in Stage 1 in Stage 2 1 Distinguish between appropriate evidence and 10 12 II Distinguish between appropriate evidence and statements that are biased or suggest professional 10 12 preferences lil Recognize evidence that has been mis categorized to the wrong FfT component in gt IV Assign an accurate score for each of the eight 8 56 72 FfT components based on a set of evidence V Assign evidence to the appropriate FfT component 14 21 Note The number of possible points does not corresp
76. st 5 In this stage you will encounter 20 multiple choice items For each item select the most appropriate option and then click on Submit to move to the next item Once you click on Submit and confirm your response you will not be allowed to go back to a previous item Q Van will alan vima nnd naninn eanean in D iwidan nime Cancel Once you start the test you will have 6 hours to complete it Resources and Tips e For referencing throughout your Proficiency Assessment open the Framework for Teaching and Rubrics for the Framework for Teaching PDF files in a new browser tab or print them o Framework for Teaching 2013 edition o Rubrics for the Framework for Teaching 2013 edition Note The 2011 Focus product includes a different Framework for Teaching and Rubrics for the Framework for Teaching If you are using the 2011 Focus product open the Framework for Teaching 2011 edition and Rubrics for the Framework for Teaching 2011 edition e The table that follows outlines the number of possible points in Stage 1 and Stage 2 you can earn in each sub skill area on the Proficiency Assessment This table can also be found in your Sub skills Report which is available after you have completed pass or fail each stage of the Proficiency Copyright 2012 Teachscape Page 30 Teachscape Focus Help Focus Help My Training and Assessment Assessment Number of Points Number of Points in Stage 1 in Stage 2 1 Distinguish betw
77. strict is using and your specific grade band Note If your district is using the 2011 edition of the Framework for Teaching there are only five practice videos Three new practice videos have been added to the Scoring Practice associated with the 2013 edition of the Framework for Teaching Copyright 2012 Teachscape Page 12 Teachscape Focus Help Focus Help My Training and Assessment Practice Understanding the Practice Video Overview Page The image that follows shows the features and functionality of the Scoring Practice Video page numbered to correspond with the below list For more information about viewing practice videos or collecting evidence refer to the Viewing Practice Videos and Collecting Evidence article 5 2013 edition All Grades K 12 Observer for Teachscape Internal Demo 4 Overview Scoring Practice Video ID S 173_0 Type in your evidence while watching the video Next click on the evidence and select associated components The number of components you select will be displayed below your evidence Once you have completed this step you can assign scores on the screen that follows You will have the ability to edit or delete evidence statements until you click on the Score button Watch the entire video or you might miss critical evidence that may help you to score accurately P 00 00 00 00 l 3 3 Type Your Evidence Here 5000 characters left 2 173 0 16 mins 0 14 16 45 Social Studies All Grades Eviden
78. t Practice Accessing and Understanding Scoring Practice Scoring Practice provides you with master scored videos of classroom teaching at all performance levels to view and score according to the Framework for Teaching components Scoring Practice helps you master the process of conducting real world classroom observations and learn from the immediate feedback provided by experts Instructions provided describe how to access and navigate through Scoring Practice Important For the purpose of this help document all screenshots are taken from the 2013 edition of the Framework for Teaching Although functionality is the same Scoring Practice is tailored to the edition of the Framework for Teaching your district is using either the 2011 edition or the 2013 edition Accessing Scoring Practice 1 Select the Practice tab on the Focus menu bar or the Scoring Practice button to access your home Ed focus reflect learn advance My Videos Focus Help Michael Smith 2013 edition All Grades K 12 Observer for Teachscape Internal Demo Overview Training Assessment Calibration Observer Training Resources Complete essential training on the observable components of the Framework for Teaching Minimize your bias About Focus study the rubric in detail watch over 100 master scored video examples and practice using the Framework to conduct observations and assign a level for each component Understanding the 2013 Edition gt Training History
79. t Procedures and Regulations By taking this test you are agreeing to abide by all procedures and policies contained in the User Agreement and these Terms and Conditions The following general guidelines apply to the Focus System All of these procedures and guidelines begin when you start the proficiency test Discussion or sharing of test content or answers at any time is prohibited This test contains sections with video recordings The recorded material can be paused but it cannot be replayed You will not be permitted to continue the test or any part of it beyond the established time limit You may not copy any part of the test The test is the property of ETS Although security measures have been applied testing irregularities may sometimes occur Please contact Teachscape as soon as possible to report any observed irregular behavior for example someone copying from another test taker taking a test for someone else having access to test questions before the exam or using notes ana lm mimm od mida ES NEZ Review Test Instructions It is important to carefully read the test instructions before beginning your Proficiency Assessment Along with instructions on how to take the Proficiency Assessment some best practices and tips to help you along the way are also provided Follow these steps to review the test instructions before beginning your Proficiency Assessment 1 Read the test instructions 2 Select Start To print the
80. t instructions before beginning your Proficiency Assessment 1 Read the test instructions 2 Select Start To print the test instructions follow the procedure below 1 Select Print Test Instructions in the upper right hand corner of the text box containing the test instructions to open a printer friendly version of the test instructions 2 Right click in the Test Instructions pop up window and select Print or select File and then select Print Copyright 2012 Teachscape Page 64 Teachscape Focus Help Focus Help My Training and Assessment Recertification Overview Recertification Assessment Attempt 2 Check Your System Review Terms of Use Review Test Instructions Start Proficiency Test Print Test Instructions 1 Stage 1 will take about 3 5 hours but you will have up to 6 hours to complete each stage of the test Make sure to set aside uninterrupted time You are about to begin Stage 1 2 Read the directions carefully You are responsible for reading and understanding the directions before beginning the test No oral instructions will be provided The time you take to read the directions is not considered part of the testing time however it is recommended that you take no more than about 15 minutes to do this 3 The Framework for Teaching and rubrics are available by clicking on the Framework and Rubric links located on the top right corner of your screen You may access them at any point during the test They can
81. tatements that are biased or suggest professional preferences lll Recognize evidence that has been mis categorized to the wrong FfT component IV Assign an accurate score for each of the eight 8 FfT components based on a set of evidence V Assign evidence to the appropriate FfT Assessment so g 1 Applying the Framework for Teaching Overview of the Framework for Applying the Framework for Teaching o Pg 2 Applying the Framework o Pg 3 Distinguish between evidence interpretation and bias Component modules 2a 3d o Indicators o Practice gathering evidence Minimizing Bias Component modules 2a 3d a Elements b Identify relevant evidence Applying the Framework for Teaching a Pg 2 Applying the Framework b Pgs 7 amp 11 Part C Determine the levels of performance for components in Domain 2 c Pgs 8 amp 12 Part D Determine the levels of performance for components in Domain 3 Component modules 2a 3d a Rubric section b Levels of performance section Applying the Framework for Teaching a Pg 2 Applying the Framework b Pg 4 Align evidence with components c Pgs 6 amp 10 Part B Align evidence with components Component modules 23 3d a Practice gathering evidence b Rubric section Critical attributes possible examples Note All of the information within the above table can be found in the Observer Training section of Focus Copyright 2012 Teachscape
82. teacher and students demonstrate enthusiasm in how they deliver opinions Many students ask questions about what they are leaming The teacher conveys high expectations for learning for all students When a studeni says blah blah blah in a response the teacher insists on elaboration The teacher calis on students who do not initially raise their hands and insists on hard work Students assume responsibility for high quality by initiating improvements making revisions adding detail and or assisting peers in their precise use of language A student corrects another student s use of hanged instead of hung In response to another student s question a different student takes initiative to look up the word Aab e on her own when it becomes a question in te class The teacher then asks her the page number and has all students tum to that page J The teacher says So let s build on that think you re right I think it has been forming Your score is correct For Managing Classroom Procedures 2c this video segment is scored at a level 3 There is littie loss of instructional time due to effective classroom routines and procedures The teacher s handling of materials and supplies is consistently successful The students have the needed handouts in front of them The students have the textbooks open and use the books as a reference during the discussion With minimal guidance and prompting students follow established classroom rou
83. test instructions follow the procedure below 1 Select Print Test Instructions in the upper right hand corner of the text box containing the test instructions to open a printer friendly version of the test instructions 2 Right click in the Test Instructions pop up window and select Print or select File and then select Print Copyright 2012 Teachscape Page 29 Teachscape Focus Help Focus Help My Training and Assessment Assessment Overview Proficiency Assessment Stage 1 Check Your System Review Terms of Use Review Test Instructions Start Proficiency Test Print Test Instructions 1 Stage 1 willtake about 3 5 hours but you will have up to 6 hours to complete each stage of the test Make sure to set aside uninterrupted time You are about to begin Stage 1 2 Read the directions carefully You are responsible for reading and understanding the directions before beginning the test No oral instructions will be provided The time you take to read the directions is not considered part of the testing time however it is recommended that you take no more than about 15 minutes to do this 3 The Framework for Teaching and rubrics are available by clicking on the Framework and Rubric links located on the top right corner of your screen You may access them at any point during the test They can be downloaded and printed for your reference 4 You will not have access to online practice and training materials while taking the te
84. the evidence and aligned the components with your evidence you must score each component of the video To facilitate your scoring the evidence that corresponds to each component will be displayed on your screen Copyright 2012 Teachscape Page 49 Teachscape Focus Help Focus Help My Training and Assessment Calibration Follow these steps to score your Calibration video 1 Select Score Note Once you select the Score button you cannot change any evidence or your coding of it Evidence Components Students play an important role throughout the lesson and the learning process 2a Creating an Environment of Respect and Rapport Edit Delete Selected Component s 2 A 2b Establishing a Culture for Learning Uses process of elimination techniques effectively when students get tripped up on questions to help studenta be eu sful 2c Managing Classroom Procedures aa Edit Delete Selected Components 1 2d Managing Student Behavior Redirects learning effectively when a student is off track and or confused 3a Communicating with Students Edit Delete Selected Component s 4 3b Using Questioning and Discussion Techniques aa Ensures his students are staying on task and remain involved in the lesson at all times 3c Engaging Students in Learning Et Dette Selected componenks 2 gt 3d Using Assessment in Instruction 9 of 9 evidence statements are associated with components Cancel You cannot change evide
85. tines Students raise ther hands to ask a question or partcipate In the discussion Your score is low For Managing Student Behavior 2d this video segment is scored at a level 4 Student behavior is entirely appropriate Students take an active role in monitoring their own behavior and or that of other students against standards of conduct A student drops his pencil and quickly and quietly picks it up Teacher monitoring of student behavior is subtle and preventive The teacher recognizes that a student who watng to read losing patence and asks him to wait for a moment The teacher s response to student misbehavior is sensitive to individual student needs and respects students dignity The students begin to laugh and joke The teacher responds When we all talk we can t hear each other Your score is low For Communicating with Students 3a this video segment is scored at a level 4 The teacher s explanation of content is thorough and clear developing conceptual understanding through clear scaffolding and connecting with students interests The teacher removes a student from the group setting to demonstrate unfair imprisonment The teacher compares Puritans to dinosaurs Students contribute to extending the content by explaining concepts to their classmates A student compares fe Declaration of Independence to seed in people s minds and suggesting strategies that might be used A student suggests using Me textbook to
86. tioning such as Does It make sense that everyone here should vote leads to lengthy student responses advance high level thinking and discourse and promote metacognition Students formulate many questions A student asks What would define better initiate topics A student questions the teacher by asking But what if she just pretends to be tha same religion challenge one another s thinking and make unsolicited contributions A student says Yeah have two things one thing is especially Quakers were persecuted a lot And aiso are there stl Puntans Although all discussion is between the teacher and students The students continue to engage in discussion throughout the segment by asking high level questions of ihe teacher and students are not invited to speak directly to one another the preponderance of evidence is at the level 4 Your score is high For Engaging Students in Learning Jc this video segment is scored at a level 3 The learning tasks and activities are designed to challenge student thinking inviting students to make their thinking visible A student asks the teacher a question The teacher replies What do you think A student says Number one is a question and later on can comment on this paragraph This technique results in active intellectual engagement by most students The teacher questons and descusses topics with he whole grouo caling on individual students while many volunteer with important
87. ts Scoring Practice perena PDF 99kb Improve your scoring accuracy with practice videos from your grade band Score each classroom video for all eight of the observable components in the Framework for Teaching Compare your scores with master scores and review the expert amp Framework at a Glance rationales Domains 2 and 3 PDF 366kb Rubrics for the Framework for gt Scoring Practice History Teaching PDF 119kb The Scoring Practice History drop down list box displays the video ID number and the date on which the video was last scored Each video s description also includes a Component Scores link which provides access to the Scoring Practice report for that particular video Note This is the same report displayed when you finish scoring the practice video 2 Select Component Scores to access the Scoring Practice report for that video 3 Select Print this report to access a printer friendly version of your Scoring Practice History Copyright 2012 Teachscape Page 20 Teachscape Focus Help Focus Help My Training and Assessment Practice Scoring Practice Improve your scoring accuracy with practice videos from your grade band Score each classroom video for all eight of the observable components in the Framework for Teaching Compare your scores with master scores and review the expert rationales w Scoring Practice History Framework for Teaching 2013 Latest Practice Video Viewed Last Reviewed
88. ts are taking notes on the proper information and know what they wil be assessed on by highlighting that information or telling not appear to be aware of the assessment criteria and them to write it down there is little or no monitoring of student learning The teacher says It asks us on our page to keep track of when each of these were created So a gentleman s agreement early 1900s Make sure you have gentieman s agreement on your page what it says and when it was passed When one student raises his hand with a question the teacher ignores him The student asks the question anyway The teacher monitors for behavior and completion of the task by walking around the classroom but does not monitor student learning The teacher says OK see that about half of us have something written down And half of us are stil getting started feedback is absent or of poor quality The teacher says So that was the Berlin Conference If fhat helps you remember the Open Door Policy was just like this only about China Students do not engage in self or peer assessment Although the teacher attempts to adjust the lesson the adjustment is successful for only a few students resulting in the preponderance of evidence in the level 1 score band When the teacher sees that over half of the class has not started the jump start she has them discuss the questions with partners to warm up their brains Some students discuss fhe questions others
89. ument Observable Components PDF 99kb Framework at a Glance Domains 2 and 3 PDF 366kb Rubrics for the Framework for Teaching PDF 119kb Acknowledgment Teacher performances shown may have been edited for the purposes of training practice and assessment and may not necessarily refiect each teacher s classroom performance or practice Teachscape would like to thank the teachers featured in the Framework for Teaching Proficiency System for allowing us to film in their classrooms 2 Select Start Calibration located to the right of the Video heading under the current Calibration window menu Video 2 is not available until after you have viewed and scored Video 1 Copyright 2012 Teachscape Page 46 Teachscape Focus Help Focus Help My Training and Assessment Calibration 2013 edition All Grades K 12 Observer for Teachscape Internal Demo Overview Training Practice Assessment Calibration Calibration amp Framework PDF Rubric PDF Third Calibration Window Winter 12 01 2013 12 31 2013 H Video 1 Start Calibration Acknowledgment Teacher performances shown may have E Video 2 Start Calibration been edited for the purposes of training practice and assessment and may not necessarily reflect each teacher s classroom performance or practice Teachscape would like to thank the teachers featured in the Reports Framework for Teaching Proficiency System for allowing us to film in their c
90. videos from your grade band It is recommended that you complete Observer Training and Scoring Practice before beginning the Proficiency Assessment Test Status In Progress Stage 1 1 of 2 attempts Not Passed Stage 2 0 of 2 attempts Not Started Last Tested 12 16 2013 Retest Between 12 17 2013 12 17 2014 w Proficiency Assessment Results Status In Progress Initial Proficiency Assessment Status In Progress Stage Attempt Score Status I Lu Mt IV V Test Completed Stage1 1 43 X Not Passed 7096 7096 30 41 43 12 16 2013 22 06 Result Your results indicate that you have some understanding of the concepts of Framework for Teaching however you may experience difficulty in applying the concepts of the Framework to observation and scoring Additional practice observation and scoring are recommended prior to retesting You are eligible to retest in 24 hrs from completion of last attempt Understanding Proficiency Assessment Scores Total test performance scores for this proficiency assessment are reported to you as Passed or Not Passed At the district level your test results are reported as Proficient or Not Proficient These results are based on a scale of 0 to 205 with a total score of 143 established as the passing score The passing score for this test is designed to reflect the minimum level of knowledge and ability required to perform consistent effective classroom observations M Print Guide to Proficiency Assessment Results 4
91. was accessed and Overview is the landing page in Focus 5 The edition of the Framework for Teaching your district is using and your specific grade span Copyright 2012 Teachscape Page 14 Teachscape Focus Help Focus Help My Training and Assessment Practice Viewing Practice Videos and Collecting Evidence Scoring Practice videos are carefully chosen to present evidence of the four levels of the observable components domains 2a 2d and 3a 3d within a single video clip While viewing the scoring practice videos you will follow the process of recording evidence and aligning the evidence to components before scoring the observation Aligning evidence to components is a necessary skill to ensure accurate scores Viewing Practice Videos e To view the selected scoring practice video either select the play icon located in the middle of the video or the play button located in the lower left hand corner of the video Overview Scoring Practice Video ID S 173_0 Type in your evidence while watching the video Next click on the evidence and select associated components The number of components you select will be displayed below your evidence Once you have completed this step you can assign scores on the screen that follows You will have the ability to edit or delete evidence statements until you click on the Score button Watch the entire video or you might miss Critical evidence that may help you to score accurately P 00 00 00 00 mul
92. xercises geared toward providing a deep knowledge of the Framework for Teaching in preparation for assigning levels of performance in the components during the observation process Instructions provided describe how to access and navigate through your Observer Training component modules Important For the purpose of this help document all screenshots are taken from the 2013 edition of the Framework for Teaching Although functionality is the same the Observer Training is tailored to the edition of the Framework for Teaching your district is using either the 2011 edition or the 2013 edition Accessing Observer Training 1 Click on the Training tab on the Focus menu bar or the Observer Training button to access your observer training component modules Overview Training Practice Assessment Calibration Observer Training Complete essential training on the observable components of the Framework for Teaching Minimize your bias study the rubric in detail watch over 100 master scored video examples and practice using the Framework to conduct observations and assign a level for each component gt Training History 2 Select a module from the list to begin your training Notice that the estimated amount of time to complete each module is listed along the right hand side of the screen see 6 in the screenshot below 3 Follow the links and navigation instructions within each training module to access the materials reading vi
93. xt Component e To edit the previous component s score select Previous Component located on the left hand side of the command bar along the bottom of each page Copyright 2012 Teachscape Page 51 Teachscape Focus Help Focus Help My Training and Assessment Calibration eo and Analyzing Your Calibration Report s After you finish scoring each Calibration video your scores and results for that video are returned to you in a Calibration report The Calibration report includes e The accuracy of your scores compared to those of master raters e The rationales for the master rated scores assigned to each component e Recommendations for improving your scoring accuracy if necessary Accessing Your Calibration Report s Your Calibration report is displayed after you have completed and scored each Calibration video The Calibration report is unique according to each Calibration video Once you have viewed and scored Calibration Video 2 your Calibration report will contain an Overall Report and the reports your results associated with Video 1 and Video 2 You can also review and access your Calibration report s at a later date Follow the steps under the bulleted headings below to access your Calibration report s Calibration Report from the Current Calibration Window Only 1 From the Focus Overview page select the Calibration Report button to access the Calibration Report from the current Calibration Window only The Calibrat
94. zz Type Your Evidence Here 5000 characters left S 173_0 16 mins 0 14 16 45 Social Studies All Grades Note The Scoring Practice videos are in the same format as the Proficiency Assessment videos and closely simulate the classroom observation setting To keep the scoring practice experience as authentic as possible rewind and forward functions are not available in the Practice Videos Collecting Evidence As you view each scoring practice video you must add evidence and align that evidence prior to scoring each component of the practice video To facilitate your scoring the evidence that corresponds to each component will be displayed on your screen Instructions provided describe how to add evidence and align components to that evidence while viewing Copyright 2012 Teachscape Page 15 Teachscape Focus Help Focus Help My Training and Assessment Practice the scoring practice videos 1 Type your evidence into the Type Your Evidence Here text box 2 Select Add 2013 edition All Grades K 12 Observer for Teachscape Internal Demo Overview gt Scoring Practice Video ID S 173_0 Type in your evidence while watching the video Next click on the evidence and select associated components The number of components you select will be displayed below your evidence Once you have completed this step you can assign scores on the screen that follows You will have the ability to edit or delete evidence statements until you clic

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