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National University National Board Certification NEW 2014/2015 Updates, Support Options, and Degree Programs Presented by the NU School of Education and NBC Teacher Leadership Center NBC Program Ambassadors: Sean McCarthy, Amanda Trimillos, and Joanna Eagan-Murray

Welcome! Ronarae (Rae) Adams, NBCT Director and Lead Faculty P20 National Board Certification Leadership Center; NBPTS Affiliate Faculty Advisor, SCTA Future NBCTs of America Council Chair, NBCT Programs National University, School of Education ; ;

Welcome! Andrea Hajek, NBCT Director of Educator Engagement National Board for Professional Teaching Standards 1525 Wilson Blvd., Suite 500 | Arlington, VA

Today’s Agenda National Board for Professional Teaching Standards National Board tools and processes! 2013/2014 cycle 2014/2015 cycle and beyond! NU master's degree programs and graduate credit courses that integrate the National Board Certification tools and processes Support for all candidates offered through the National University NB Leadership Center (online and onsite)

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About National University Second largest, private, nonprofit university in California Sixteenth largest private, not-for-profit university in the US WASC regional accreditation; NCATE 2014 Multiple sites; headquarters in La Jolla, San Diego 99 undergraduate and graduate degrees Issues more teaching credentials in CA than any university, seven years running

About the NU-NBC Teacher Leadership Center Promote knowledge and use of National Standards for teachers and principals through outreach, recruitment and support of NB candidates Support accessing scholarship and grants Initiate and align with educational reforms and programs focused on effective teaching and teachers that increase student achievement Develop partnerships and online collaboration (schools, IHEs, associations, organizations) Increase NBCTs nationwide

We Offer Options 1. Preparation for National Board Certification EMBEDDED in a master’s degree program 2. Graduate certificate for 5 NBC courses 3. Continuing education credits (CEUs) for up to 5 NBC courses 4.NBCTs can use credit to wave one CORE course 5. Free Online and on site support and guidance for National Board Certification (no credits)

What Is National Board Certification? A voluntary process established by NBPTS Achieved through a rigorous, performance- based assessment aimed to measure what accomplished teachers should know and be able to do while demonstrating how their performance improves student achievement An advanced credential that complements a state license Three years of teaching experience required for candidacy Open to all- public, private, charters

The Research…  Majority of studies indicate that National Board Certification makes a significantly positive impact on teacher performance and student learning, engagement and achievement  Teachers who pursue certification show significant improvement in their teaching practice, whether they achieve certification or not  All else being equal, teachers who have achieved National Board Certification helped their students achieve larger testing gains than did colleagues without the certification

YOUR performance is measured against NBPTS “tools” and processes NBPTS Core Propositions NBCT certificate standards in (disciplinary fields) Architecture of Accomplished Teaching Portfolio Entries ◦ Evidence of Impact on Students ◦ Documentation Assessment Center Exercises

Five Core Propositions Teachers are committed to students and their learning Teachers know the subjects they teach and how to teach those subjects to students Teachers are responsible for managing and monitoring student learning Teachers think systematically about their practice and learn from experience Teachers are members of learning communities

National Board Certificates Based on NATIONAL Standards 16 subject areas (content areas) Developmental ranges/ages 25 Certificates

National Board Certificate Areas Art Early and Middle Childhood Early and Middle Childhood Early Adolescence through Young Adulthood Early Adolescence through Young Adulthood Career and Technical Education Early Adolescence through Young Adulthood Early Adolescence through Young Adulthood English as a New Language Early and Middle Childhood Early and Middle Childhood Early Adolescence through Young Adulthood Early Adolescence through Young Adulthood English Language Arts Early Adolescence Early Adolescence Adolescence and Young Adulthood Adolescence and Young Adulthood

National Board Certificate Areas Exceptional Needs Specialist Early Childhood through Young Adulthood Early Childhood through Young AdulthoodGeneralist Early Childhood Early Childhood Middle Childhood Middle ChildhoodHealth Early Adolescence through Young Adulthood Early Adolescence through Young Adulthood Library Media Early Childhood through Young Adulthood Early Childhood through Young Adulthood Literacy: Reading – Language Arts Early and Middle Childhood Early and Middle Childhood

National Board Certificate Areas Mathematics Early Adolescence Early Adolescence Adolescence and Young Adulthood Adolescence and Young AdulthoodMusic Early and Middle Childhood Early and Middle Childhood Early Adolescence through Young Adulthood Early Adolescence through Young Adulthood Physical Education Early and Middle Childhood Early and Middle Childhood Early Adolescence through Young Adulthood Early Adolescence through Young Adulthood

National Board Certificate Areas School Counseling Early Childhood through Young Adulthood Early Childhood through Young Adulthood Science Early Adolescence Early Adolescence Adolescence and Young Adulthood Adolescence and Young Adulthood Social Studies – History Early Adolescence Early Adolescence Adolescence and Young Adulthood Adolescence and Young Adulthood World Languages Other than English Early Adolescence through Young Adulthood Early Adolescence through Young Adulthood

Developmental Levels Early Childhood (Ages 3-8) Early Childhood (Ages 3-8) Middle Childhood (Ages 7-12) Middle Childhood (Ages 7-12) Early & Middle Childhood (Ages 3-12) Early & Middle Childhood (Ages 3-12) Early Childhood through Young Adulthood (Ages 3-18+) Early Childhood through Young Adulthood (Ages 3-18+) Early Adolescence (Ages 11-15) Early Adolescence (Ages 11-15) Adolescence and Young Adulthood (Ages ) Adolescence and Young Adulthood (Ages ) Early Adolescence through Young Adulthood (Ages ) Early Adolescence through Young Adulthood (Ages )

Transition time NBPTS candidates can still apply for the 2013/2014 cycle until Feb Candidates can choose to apply for the 2014/2015 cycle starting in March 2014 Only You can decide to apply for 2013/2014 or wait until 2014/2015

2013/2014 Timeline

2013/2014 Portfolio 2013/2014 Portfolio 4 “entries” (exercises) Direct evidence of teaching performance and of your work beyond the classroom is documented Each entry is pages, double spaced in length Due May 16, 2014!

Portfolio Requirements Entry 1: Sequence of lessons that reflect topic of study; emphasis on how you ASSESS student learning (follow 2 students) AYA Science:In this entry, you choose three instructional activities, related instructional materials, two student responses to each activity, and a culminating assessment, and you submit a Written Commentary. Your submission should demonstrate your strategies for linking instructional activities together to engage students in building conceptual understanding of one major idea in science.

Portfolio Requirements** Entry 2: Video ENGAGEMENT in learning (YOU with whole group) AYA Science: In this entry, you submit a 20-minute video recording of your interactions with students engaged in different stages of the inquiry process during a scientific investigation. You also provide a Written Commentary that analyzes your teaching throughout this process of scientific inquiry.

Portfolio Requirements** Entry 3: Video ENGAGEMENT in learning (student to student—small group) In this entry, you submit a 20-minute video recording of your interactions with students as they actively gain an ability to understand and use scientific concepts and problem-solving skills. You also provide a Written Commentary that analyzes your teaching through whole class discussion.

Portfolio Requirements Entry 4: PROFESSIONAL contributions—with families/communities, as a learner, and as a leader/collaborator You must demonstrate how your work in each of three categories impacts student learning: 1. As partner with students’ families and community (current year) 2. As learner (within the last five years) 3. As collaborator and/or leader (within the last five years)

Assessment Center** Six exercises- subject matter 30 minutes to respond to each exercise Administered at computer centers Prepare for assessment center after the portfolio is completed Complete by June each year

Scoring** Ten weighted scores ◦ 4 portfolio entries ◦ 6 assessment center prompts ◦ Rubrics ◦ Scored by peers ◦ 275 points needed to reach certification You may “bank” scores for two years and retake entries for a fee

Who is Eligible to Apply for Board Certification in 2013/2014? Hold a bachelor’s degree Have completed three full years of teaching/school counseling Possess a valid state teaching/school counseling license, or, if teaching where a license is not required, have taught in schools recognized and approved to operate by the state Create a MyProfile Account through and pay $2500 assessment feewww.nbpts.org

Revisions to the National Board Certification Process

Share upcoming revisions to the National Board Certification process Discuss the revision roll-out schedule Goals of this discussion

Why revise the National Board Certification process? What is changing through the revisions? When will the revisions occur? Agenda

Incorporate the latest research. Just as we ask teachers to be reflective in their practice, we are reflecting on the certification process to ensure it mirrors the evolving nature of the profession and current research on best practices in teaching. The process was last revised in Remove barriers. We are working with National Board Certified Teachers (NBCTs) and other experts in the profession to remove barriers in the process that have nothing to do with whether a teacher is accomplished. Why revise the process?

Portfolio Entries 4 Assessment Center Exercises Portfolio Entries 6 Assessment Center Exercises Components (Including Assessment Center Exercises) History of Revisions to National Board Certification process

What’s not changing? Though the process is changing, our principles remain the same. We will continue to emphasize: National Board Standards Five Core Propositions Architecture of Accomplished Teaching A performance-based, peer-review model Content knowledge and commitment to student learning

What’s changing in the process? Flexibility - While teachers can complete the entire certification process in one year once it is fully implemented, some may choose to do so over several years if that fits better with other demands on a teacher’s time. Efficiency - While maintaining the same level of rigor, the process will be grouped into four components. Affordability - The total cost of certification will decrease to $1900, with each of the four components costing $475. Candidates will have the option to pay for and submit components separately.

The revised process for National Board Certification will be comprised of 4 components: The Design of the Revised Process 38 Component 1 Content Knowledge Component 2 Differentiation in Instruction Component 3 Teaching Practice and Classroom Environment Component 4 (C4) Effective and Reflective Practitioner

What this means for candidates The 2013−14 candidate cycle is the last time that first-time candidates will apply using the existing certification process. Candidates must apply by February 28, 2014 to pursue certification in the current process. – Retake candidates will continue under the process they started.

What this means for candidates and beyond Applications for the revised certification process will be available to new candidates in March Exact date is TBD. The revised certification will be rolled out over time, with the first two components for most certificate areas available for the 2014−15 school year. Note: Due to the ongoing revision of the Career and Technical Education (CTE), candidates for the CTE certificate will begin the new process in The World Language (WL) and Music Content Knowledge component will be delayed until but Differentiation in Instruction will be available in

National Board Certification will rollout over the course of three cycles: How will the revised assessment roll-out? *Due to the ongoing revision of the Career and Technical Education (CTE), candidates for the CTE certificate will begin the new process in **The World Language (WL) and Music Content Knowledge component will be delayed until but Differentiation in Instruction will be available in C1: Content Knowledge** C2: Differentiation in Instruction C1: Content Knowledge C2: Differentiation in Instruction C1: Content Knowledge C2: Differentiation in Instruction C3: Teaching Practice and Learning Environment C4: Effective and Reflective Practitioner C3: Teaching Practice and Learning Environment *

Year Field test of assessment revisions Component 1: Content Knowledge Component 3: Teaching Practice and Learning Environment Component 4: Reflective and Effective Practitioner N/A National Board First- Time Candidates Take current assessment Take revised assessment: Components 1 and 2 available (most fields) Take revised assessment: Components 1, 2 & 3 available Take revised assessment: All components available Retakes under the current process For & candidates For & candidates For candidates N/A Retakes under the revised process N/A For candidates For & candidates Take One! Available (but not bankable) Not available Renewal Current assessment Proposed new assessment Timeline for revision to National Board Certification process

The current renewal process will not be changing for several years. Updates on proposed changes to the renewal process and associated policies will be communicated as they are available. How is the renewal process changing?

Stay in touch! – Check our websites: andwww.nbpts.org – Follow us on Facebook.Facebook – Call TEACH. – If you are an NBCT, update your contact information in My Profile.My Profile We will continue to share regular updates as the process unfolds. What’s Next?

California Clear Credential Opportunity (SB) 941 was signed by Governor Brown toward the end of last year and is in effect as of January of this year: ▫Holders of Single Subject Credentials, or equivalent previously issued general education teaching credentials may add another content subject area to their credential based on National Board Certification (NBC) in the new subject area ▫Holders of Single Subject Credentials, or equivalent previously issued general education teaching credentials, may earn a Multiple Subject Credential based on NBC in Early Childhood (ages 3-8)/Generalist or Middle Childhood (ages 7- 12)/Generalist ▫Holders of Multiple Subject Credentials, or equivalent previously issued general education teaching credentials, may earn a Single Subject Credential based on NBC in a single subject content area Check with your state department of education for credentialing options through NB certification

Funding for Full Candidates States may offer various grant programs in place towards NB Certification fee of (inquire with YOUR state) Districts may provide subsidies or grants for teachers (inquire) Additional grants and subsidies may be available to you through various organizations NBPTS has extended payment options Visit the NBPTS website for information on funding resources

Military members and spouses NEW!! Through the Montgomery G.I. Bill, the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) will reimburse eligible veterans up to $2,000 for National Board Certification assessment fees. The VA will also reimburse a portion of retake fees if candidates do not achieve certification on the first attempt. For additional information, access or call GI-BILL-1. NU military Admission Advisors can also speak to students about using the GI Bill for this purpose!

Good News! Support and parallel experiences are offered to you through National University’s NB Leadership Center

Here’s How: We MARRY NU-NB ◦ Face-to-face and online candidate support ◦ Graduate credit opportunities

Support Options Online and face-to-face NB candidate orientation, professional development and support by NBCT coaches 24/7 access to our virtual support environment Ongoing webinars, videos, blog posts & other resources

About the Courses Ten courses, one month each 4.5 quarter units each (=3 semester units) Online delivery—24/7 access Financial aid available (FAFSA) First course = $ 695 (NB1201X) Nine $1728 per course (current tuition) With 15 students, a 15% reduction is applied on current tuition

What Are the Advantages? Convenient--fit your coursework around your schedule thanks to online format Meaningful and relevant--coursework is all about YOUR teaching and YOUR classroom Sophisticated and engaging coursework-- interactive, multimedia presentation of content Accelerated--finish your degree in approximately one year

NBC Courses ( 5 ) NBC 1201x Measuring and Informing Quality Instruction, Teaching and Leadership (NBC overview and Action Plan) NBC 681 Teaching, Learning, & Membership in Learning Communities (Current Entry 4; 2014 Component 4) NBC 682 Evidence of Student Learning, A: (Current Entry 2 & 3; 2014 Component 3) NBC 683 Evidence of Student Learning, B: (Current Entry 1; 2014 Component 2) NBC 639 Accomplished Teacher-Leadership Portfolio Capstone Project (thesis)

Master of Arts in Teaching CORE Courses (MAT) EDT 612 Curriculum and Design Using Technology MAT 641 Cultural Democracy/Social Pluralism MAT 642 Program Design and Curriculum Theory MAT 643 Models of Teaching Applications and Practice MAT 644 Foundations and Principles of Curriculum

Master of Science in Instructional Leadership CORE Courses (MSIL) EDA 614 Educational Leadership Today EDA 618 School Law and Ethics EDA 624 Supervision of Instruction EDA 619 Technology and Data Analysis EDA 626 Human Resources and Diversity

After earning the MS Degree, you may want to earn the Tier I CA administrative license. TWO additional required courses = EDA 651 Ethics and Philosophy in Leadership. EDA 620B Credential Field Experience.

Proposed MAT Sample Schedule March 2014 STARTMarch 2015 Graduate! March NBC 1201xAugust MAT 644 April EDT 612Sept NBC 681 May MAT 641October/Nov NBC 682 June MAT 642Jan NBC 683 July MAT 643Feb/March NBC 639 Remain with NU-NBC Leadership Center for NBPTS support

Proposed MSIL Sample Schedule March 2014 STARTMarch 2015 Graduate! March NBC 1201xAugust EDA 626 April EDA 614Sept NBC 681 May EDA 618Oct/Nov NBC 682 June EDA 624Jan NBC 683 July EDA 619Feb/March NBC 639 Continue with NU-NBC Teacher Leadership Center Free NBPTS support

Military-Connected Educators? Spouse, dependent, retired, Civilian working on base? …National University offers special military rates and support just for you! Military Advisors assist YOU with any challenges you face as a military-connected student ! We can help you use your GI-Bill or MyCAA funding for classes!

About the Degree Timelines Complete Applicant Verification form located at masters-cohort/ masters-cohort/ Submit the NU graduate application-$60 fee An NU admissions advisor will enroll you Prepare your financial aid application and access transcripts- DON’T send FAFSA forward until you have courses schedules and your are fully enrolled. After enrollment is completed and all courses are scheduled, send your FAFSA forward Start classes(with no payment) while your aid is being processed. Prepare to access your first course!

CLEAR Communication Summary National University employs National Board Certified Teachers to teach courses that require knowledge of the NB standards, evidence based inquiry process, and assessment of teaching and learning performances The ten, one-month courses in the degree program are carefully scheduled to parallel National Board timelines and requirements which benefits students who choose to be active NB candidates as they produce the portfolio during program of study

CLEAR Communication Summary(cont’d) National University is separate from the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards, but clearly associated with the standards, tools, resources and assessments National University does NOT certify students as NBCTs National University will assist and support active NB candidates who want to submit a portfolio to the NBPTS for scoring

Are you are ready? Go to Go to the Graduate Programs tab Select “Join a Cohort” Follow the four steps for enrollment outlined on this page March cohort application deadline is February 18!