edTPA Coordinator, Illinois State University Introduction to the “Understanding the Rubric Level Progressions” Guides Elisa Palmer edTPA Coordinator, Illinois State University December 2014

“Understanding the Rubric Level Progressions” Guides Detail what each level of each rubric means Can be shared with any individuals involved in edTPA implementation (including teacher candidates) Follow the same confidentiality rules as edTPA handbooks Can be found in the resource library at www.edtpa.aacte.org

Understanding the URLP Guides Using the principle of “preponderance of evidence” Guiding question and clarification Key concepts and terms Primary sources of evidence Decision rules Automatic 1 criteria

Preponderance of Evidence

Guiding Question & Clarification

Key Concepts & Terms

Primary Sources of Evidence

Decision Rules/Automatic 1

“Unpacking the Rubrics” section Starts with Level 3 Details what is below Level 3 Distinguishes between Level 2 & 1 Details what is above Level 3 Distinguishes between Level 4 & 5

Cautions and Usage Cautions Usage Don’t attempt to use the URLP guides for actual scoring Be aware of potential sources of bias Usage Use the URLP guide to help determine candidate’s proficiency on that particular rubric

edTPA Rubric Blueprint Task name: Rubric Title Guiding Question Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 Level 5 Struggling candidate, not ready to teach Some skill but needs more practice to be teacher-of-record Acceptable level to begin teaching Solid foundation of knowledge and skills Stellar candidate Rubric Progressions: Early novice to expert teacher Candidate demonstrates: Expanding repertoire of skills and strategies Deepening of rationale and reflection Shift from teacher focus to student focus Move from whole class to generic groups to individuals

Guide to Using the URLP Step 1: Read the Level 3 criteria Step 2: Look at the candidates’ materials (as designated by the “primary sources of evidence” section) Step 3: Gather evidence Step 4: Place evidence at the appropriate place on the rubric progression Step 5: Identify where the preponderance of evidence lies Step 6: Did the candidate exhibit proficiency on this rubric?

Rubric 1 Sources of Evidence: Pay attention to Automatic 1 criteria Context for Learning Planning Commentary Prompt 1 Lesson Plans Key Instructional Materials Pay attention to Automatic 1 criteria Does this candidate exhibit proficiency on Rubric 1?

Rubric 2 Sources of Evidence Pay attention to Automatic 1 criteria Context for Learning Planning Commentary Prompts 2 & 3 Lesson Plans Key Instructional Materials Assessments Pay attention to Automatic 1 criteria Does this candidate exhibit proficiency on Rubric 2?

Rubric 3 Sources of Evidence Pay attention to Decision Rules Planning Commentary Prompts 2 & 3 Pay attention to Decision Rules Pay attention to Automatic 1 criteria Does this candidate exhibit proficiency on Rubric 3?

Rubric 4 Sources of Evidence Planning Commentary Prompt 4 Lesson Plans Key Instructional Materials Does this candidate exhibit proficiency on Rubric 4?

Rubric 5 Sources of Evidence Pay attention to Automatic 1 criteria Context for Learning Planning Commentary Prompts 2 & 5 Lesson Plans Assessments Pay attention to Automatic 1 criteria Does this candidate exhibit proficiency on Rubric 5?

Rubric 6 Sources of Evidence Instruction Commentary Prompt 2 Video Clips Does this candidate exhibit proficiency on Rubric 6?

Rubric 7 Sources of Evidence Pay attention to Decision Rules Instruction Commentary Prompt 3 Video Clips Pay attention to Decision Rules Does this candidate exhibit proficiency on Rubric 7?

Rubric 8 Sources of Evidence Pay attention to automatic 1 conditions Instruction Commentary Prompt 4a Video Clips Pay attention to automatic 1 conditions Does this candidate exhibit proficiency on Rubric 8?

Rubric 9 Sources of Evidence Pay attention to automatic 1 conditions Instruction Commentary Prompt 4b Video Clips Pay attention to automatic 1 conditions Does this candidate exhibit proficiency on Rubric 9?

Rubric 10 Sources of Evidence Pay attention to Decision Rules Instruction Commentary Prompt 5 Video Clips Pay attention to Decision Rules Does this candidate exhibit proficiency on Rubric 10?

Rubric 11 Sources of Evidence Pay attention to automatic 1 conditions Assessment Commentary Prompt 1 Student Work Samples Evaluation Criteria Pay attention to automatic 1 conditions Does this candidate exhibit proficiency on Rubric 11?

Rubric 12 Sources of Evidence Pay attention to automatic 1 conditions Assessment Commentary Prompts 1a, 2a-b Student Work Samples Evidence of Feedback Pay attention to automatic 1 conditions Does this candidate exhibit proficiency on Rubric 12?

Rubric 13 Sources of Evidence Evidence of Feedback Does this candidate exhibit proficiency on Rubric 13?

Rubric 14 Sources of Evidence Pay attention to automatic 1 conditions Student Work Samples and/or video evidence Assessment Commentary Prompt 3 Pay attention to automatic 1 conditions Does this candidate exhibit proficiency on Rubric 14?

Rubric 15 Sources of Evidence Pay attention to Decision Rules Assessment Commentary Prompts 1 and 4 Student Work Samples Evidence of feedback Pay attention to Decision Rules Does this candidate exhibit proficiency on Rubric 15?

Suggested Uses for URLP Guides Professional development for faculty, staff, supervisors, and cooperating teachers Feedback for candidates during formative experiences Reference guide for candidates during completion of summative edTPA portfolio