Assessment Performance
Indicators for Basic TTL Participants
Summer Academy 2002
TTL Academy graded
components consist of:
· The Unit of Study that is designed by each participant in accordance with Academy criteria/checklist;
· The ASCD Course (selected from approved choices by each participant) and Academy Discussion Forums that comprise the content for assigned Study Team Work;
· The Web Site that is designed by the participant in accordance with Academy criteria/checklist;
· The use of Academy digital tools, including MS Word, MS PowerPoint, MS Excel, Web Development tool appropriate to the platform used, Inspiration, all communication tools/applications, and site-specific desktop system and peripheral use in accordance with Academy criteria/checklist.
For Graduate and Certification Credit purposes, the following point totals and grade equivalents will apply:
· A = Meets TTL Objectives at an Exemplary Level = 20-18 Total Points
· B = Meets TTL Objectives at a Satisfactory Level = 17-14 Total Points
· Total Points below 14 will result in a grade of Incomplete and the participant will be asked to submit a work plan for successful completion of course requirements to the Instructor of Record.
Attendance: Full attendance (in accordance with Academy policy) and active involvement in all Academy activities is required for graduate or certification credit enrollment and completion.
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Performance Indicators |
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6 points possible 4 points minimum acceptable |
1 point will be awarded for each indicator that is achieved at a satisfactory level. |
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q Examine current research to evaluate instructional design
and make informed decisions regarding the use of technology in support of
student learning. q Participants will design technology-rich units of study
that support the diverse needs of learners. |
The participant’s Unit of Study: § Matches appropriate technology resources to instructional and learner needs § Clearly aligns unit/lesson objectives with South Dakota Content Standards § Provides specific strategies to assure equal access to technological resources for all students § Includes project/lesson assessments that allow students, teachers and parents to monitor progress and adapt educational activities appropriately § Includes student directed activities which develop student information literacy and problem solving skills § Includes student presentations produced for a variety of audiences to illustrate student knowledge, skills and understandings |
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Performance Indicators |
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4 points possible 3 points minimum acceptable |
1 point will be
awarded for each indicator that is achieved at a satisfactory level. |
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q
Reflect
on daily practice, professional growth, and technology-driven reform in
teaching and learning. q
Participants
will engage in online staff development that takes advantage of web-based
technologies to enhance professional practice. q Participants will engage in online and videoconference discussions to exchange ideas and research and reflect on professional beliefs and practices. |
The participant actively contributes to their assigned Academy Study Team by consistently: § Fostering a collegial working environment that promotes discussion, inquiry, and the exchange of ideas and research § Guiding reflection concerning existing practices and suggesting resources to enhance instructional design § Examining existing instructional strategies and developing/incorporating new instructional strategies § Engaging in professional collaboration in support of Academy goals and objectives and the enhancement of personal professional growth |
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Performance Indicators |
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6 points possible 4 points minimum
acceptable |
1 point will be
awarded for each indicator that is achieved at a satisfactory level. |
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Participants
will increase competence in the use of select digital technologies that support
classroom instruction and enhance professional practice:
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The participant demonstrates growth in the use of digital technologies by: § Communicating through print and visual media § Designing products that are related to classroom instruction, professional development, and/or job requirements § Accomplishing Academy tasks through consistent and appropriate use of email, listservs, threaded discussion groups, and/or audio/video conferences § Identifying and using technology resources in support of professional growth § Ensuring that all communications include appropriate application of copyright law as it applies to research, product development and use of resources § Engaging in self and peer assessment of progress in the use of digital technologies |
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Performance Indicators |
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4 points possible 3 points minimum
acceptable |
1 point will be
awarded for each indicator that is achieved at a satisfactory level. |
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q Participants will engage in collaborative and independent activities to plan, design, evaluate and maintain a professional web site. |
The participant’s web site: § Is professional in nature and supports the Unit of Study § Incorporates multiple resources from a variety of credible electronic sources § Complies with copyright and intellectual property rights § Includes all Academy checklist components in regard to content, appearance, design, and navigation links |