1. National Board Renewal 2014-2015
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WS11
May 2014

2. Essential Questions What is required of renewal candidates?
In what ways can the Five Core Propositions and the Architecture of Accomplished Teaching connect with my work as a professional?
In what ways can I connect my professional growth experiences to student learning?
Review the essential questions with participants and explain that these will be addressed during the course of the workshop.
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3. What is the Basis for Renewal?
“The expectation is that NBCTs will use both the Five Core Propositions and the Architecture of Accomplished Teaching as the foundation for what they continue to do in the classroom and for themselves as lifelong learners who continue to grow and enhance student learning.” - NBPTS Profile of Professional Growth
Core propositions are embedded in the teaching practice of NBCTs
Core Propositions are foundational to all of the NB standards
The Architecture of Accomplished Teaching defines the cyclical practice of accomplished teachers.
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4. What is Renewal?
The renewal instrument documents professional growth, involvement, and service.
Candidates must have a valid teaching license.
Candidates submit evidence linking professional growth to student learning.
Renewal is available for all NBCTs:
Classroom teachers
Administrators
Retirees
NB Renewal focuses on the professional growth the National Board Certified Teacher has experienced over the past 10 or more years and its connection to student learning.
Any National Board Certified Teacher who has a valid teaching license may pursue NB renewal regardless of their current role. NBCTs who are no longer in the classroom, or teachers who have changed subjects or developmental levels may borrow a class for video entries.
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5. Renewal Policies NBCTs must renew in their same certificate area.
Renewal is available in year 8/18 and/or 9/19
year (initial/renewal certification).
Renewal lasts for 10 years.
(from the expiration of the original NB Certificate)
If NB certificate expires, teacher must complete entire NB process to regain NBCT status.
Teachers renew their certification in the same content/developmental area as their original certificate and must renew before their original certificate expires in its 10th year. Teachers have two opportunities to renew, the first beginning in their 8th year of certification.
If a teacher does not complete the renewal, or is not successful in renewing, he/she is no longer an National Board Certified Teacher and would have to pursue the complete certification process, the portfolio and assessment center, again.
NB Renewal, like the original certification, lasts for 10 years. It may be renewed again.
Teachers who wait to renew in year 9 will see a lapse in their supplement beginning in July. The supplement will be reinstated when the renew. It is up to the district to decide if the teacher will receive “back-pay” (July – date of renewal) or if the teacher’s supplement will be spread out over the remainder of the paychecks.
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6. Renewal Timeline
Renewal is required prior to expiration of current certificate (8th year, no later than 9th).
Candidates have two opportunities to attempt renewal.
Application window is September 1, 2014-February 28, 2015.
Submit work via e-Portfolio by May 15, 2015.
Receive scores in October 2015.
NBCTs apply for renewal beginning in mid-November of their 8th year of certification. The Profile of Professional Growth is due by April 30. (However, there is no reason why some of the work for Component 1 can’t be started earlier)
Teachers have two opportunities to attempt renewal. If they do not renew with their submitted Profile at the end of their 8th year, they may submit another profile in their 9th year of NB Certification.
Results are released in October.
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7. Certification Periods
I. Certification Period (in 9th year)
Apply as early as September 2014 and submit by May 15, 2015.
II. Certification Period (in 8th year)
Apply as early as September 2014 and
submit by May 15, 2015; or apply as early
as September 2015 and submit by May 15,
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8. NB Core Propositions
These are the ideals and values that guide all NB standards and assessments.
Accomplished teachers model exceptional
Knowledge of students and subject content
Skills in instruction, assessment, etc.
Dispositions working effectively with others
Beliefs (ex. All students can learn.)
Before moving to the next slide, it might be interesting to challenge the candidates to name the 5 core propositions. You might ask them to turn to a neighbor to do this.
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9. 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.
These 5 core propositions are infused in each certificate area. They are recursive in the standards. They are in embedded in the prompts for the portfolio and assessment center exercises.
The learning for teachers begins as they begin to “see” their practice, their teaching behaviors and the choices they make for students through these “lens”.
That’s why there isn’t one “template” for what an accomplished teacher is and why candidates must bring their best work to this process.
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10. National Board for Professional Teaching Standards
AAT is a metaphor for what accomplished teachers do in the classroom. What is visible in the classroom may be different but fundamental aspects of teaching are shared by all accomplished teachers.
This slide goes through the steps of the Architecture of Accomplished Teaching.
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National Board for Professional Teaching Standards

11. Profile of Professional Growth (PPG)
Documentation of professional growth experiences (certificate-specific content: knowledge, pedagogy, technology)
have evolved
are varied and/or multifaceted (workshops, courses, reading, leadership)
have been a focus over extended period of time
demonstrate classroom practices consistent with high standards of NBCT
The renewal instrument that teachers compile is called a Profile of Professional Growth. There are 4 components to the Profile. The first requires the teacher to document professional growth experiences. Professional growth experiences are those that have evolved, are varied and/or multifaceted and have been a focus over and extended period of time.
Two other components document the impact of two different professional growth experiences on learning. One must focus on student learning and requires a video as well as written commentary. The second could focus on student or adult learning and requires written commentary and either a video or samples of student work. The final component is a reflection piece where the teacher has an opportunity to describe the impact his/her work has had on student learning and reflect on future paths for learning.
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12. Profile of Professional Growth (PPG) (cont.)
Demonstration of NB standards in connection to student learning
Broad range of subject content, professional knowledge, and expertise
Wide spectrum of activities and tasks, often in a collegial approach contributing to the quality of education and student learning
Ongoing commitment and contribution to the teaching profession
The renewal instrument that teachers compile is called a Profile of Professional Growth. There are 4 components to the Profile. The first requires the teacher to document professional growth experiences. Professional growth experiences are those that have evolved, are varied and/or multifaceted and have been a focus over and extended period of time.
Two other components document the impact of two different professional growth experiences on learning. One must focus on student learning and requires a video as well as written commentary. The second could focus on student or adult learning and requires written commentary and either a video or samples of student work. The final component is a reflection piece where the teacher has an opportunity to describe the impact his/her work has had on student learning and reflect on future paths for learning.
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13. Format of Profile of Professional Growth (PPG)
Single submission of 3 interrelated components (Professional Growth Experiences—PGEs) and 1 reflection
2 videos or
1 Video and student work samples
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14. Reflection Component 1 Component 2 Component 3 Scored Holistically
4 Professional Growth
Experiences (PGE)
Scored Holistically
Component 2
Video
Based on 1 PGE
Component 3
Video or Student Work
Based on 2nd PGE
This provides a more visual look a the components of NB Renewal.
Reflection
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15. Component One 4 Professional Growth Experiences (PGEs)
3 pages of commentary for each PGE
2 pages of samples of products for each PGE
Must demonstrate:
Current content knowledge and pedagogy
Effective use of technology
Ongoing, varied, multifaceted experiences
Direct or indirect impact on student learning
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16. Component 1: Written Commentary
For each PGE:
Addressed anywhere:
Describe the context
Describe the PGE
Identify the need and how the PGE addresses the need
(Do this four times.)
Content/pedagogical knowledge that was acquired/deepened
Acquisition/Use of technology
Interaction with colleagues, professional groups, parents and/or community
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17. Component Two Application of one PGE from Component 1 in classroom
10-minute video of classroom instruction
Same content area of original certificate
Same developmental level as original certificate
Recorded between 9/1/14 and 5/15/15
May be segmented (up to three)
4 pages of written commentary
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18. Component 2: Written Commentary
Age ranges of the students
PGE to which this component is connected
Lesson’s goals/connection to overall learning
Importance of the instruction for students
Equity of access and promotion of diversity
Impact on student learning
Connection to certificate-specific content knowledge
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19. Component Three Application of a different PGE from Component One
6 minute video of instruction OR
8 pages of learner work
4 pages of written commentary
Could be preK-12 or adult learners – direct or indirect impact on student learning
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20. Component 3: Written Commentary
Goals of the featured lesson
Connection to broader context of instruction
Importance of instruction for learners
Connection to PGE
Specific evidence of learning from video/learner work
Four pages
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21. Component 3: Evidence Video Learner’s Work May be segmented
Six minutes maximum
No editing
Teacher teaching preK-12 students or interacting with educational colleagues
Hard copy
--Teacher plans, responses
--Printouts of computer work
of students or
professional colleagues
--Scripting of classroom
observations/post-
conference notes
Learner-produced video
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22. Reflection 3 pages of written commentary
Analysis of relationship between practice and student learning
Discovery of patterns, themes or trends – focus on challenges, plans for continuous growth, impact on student learning
Awareness of high and rigorous NB standards in practice
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23. PGE One: Example from NBPTS
Sue moved into a new school and was shocked at the lack of parental involvement.
Went to the principal to discuss ideas
Developed a newsletter to parents informing them about classroom activities and asking for input
Established a monthly evening activity for parents based on a current topic of study
Sue and principal and two other teachers established a monthly day session for parents
Established after-school tutoring sessions at parent request
Since the majority of students come from Hispanic homes, Sue started taking Spanish lessons.
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24. PGE Two: Example from NBPTS
Sue’s district mandated computer training because it felt that students in all classroom need teachers as resources for computer issues.
Took required 2-day workshop
Took additional courses offered at a local college
Organized her team of teachers to develop lessons based on computer use. Students interacted with their reading on the computer. They read more and understood more.
Used the lessons to do a presentation at a faculty meeting
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25. PGE Three: Example from NBPTS
Sue learned that a well-known speaker on cooperative learning was coming to the area, and since she felt a bit uncomfortable with small group work, she decided to attend.
Attended the session and purchased the book
Read the book and met with colleagues who were also interested. The group studied the material and planned lessons.
Lesson went well. Sue took other workshops on various topics from her district.
Became involved with district professional development office.
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26. PGE Four: Example from NBPTS
Sue teaches reading and wanted to enhance her knowledge.
Went to IRA conference. Returned with many materials.
Entered Masters Degree program in literacy and received her degree.
Accepted position as curriculum director with focus on updating district curriculum.
Applied for and was accepted as a full-time professor at a local college.
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27. Scoring Holistic scoring done by two NBCTs in same content area
All three interrelated components and reflection read together as one entity
Individual scores for components may not be banked
Results reported as
Renewed
Not Renewed
Unlike the original National Board Certification components, the Profile of Professional Growth is scored as a unit. All pieces connect to the first component, the description of the 4 Professional Growth Experiences, and thus cannot be assessed individually. For this reason scores may not be banked. Candidates are either Renewed or Not Renewed.
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28. Scoring Criteria
Significant needs of students, professional community, parents, and/or self identified and addressed
Acquired or deepened certificate-specific content knowledge and/or pedagogical practice demonstrated in classroom
Appropriate technology utilized in a way that is directly connected to teaching and learning
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29. Scoring Criteria (cont.)
Involvement of the wider community of colleagues, parents, and/or community in professional growth experiences
Instruction that is standards-based, relevant, and meaningful
Equity of access to learning and appreciation of diversity in classroom
Meaningful impact on student learning
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30. Steps to Renewal
List your professional growth activities since initial NB certification.
Analyze your experiences relative to the Five Core Propositions and the Architecture of Accomplished Teaching.
Determine patterns/connections among your Professional Growth Experiences (PGEs).
Upload and submit completed work online (ePortfolio) by deadline.
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31. “Renewed” Level of Rubric
Provided sufficient evidence of professional growth that
has evolved
is varied and/or multifaceted
has been a focus over extended period of time
Teachers are presented with a rubric. They will want to see that the professional growth experiences that they select to showcase meet these criteria.
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32. “Renewed” Level of Rubric (continued)
Draws on and contributes to resources of school, district, and/or community
Creates learning environment promoting equity of access, appreciation of diversity, and relevant, meaningful instruction for students.
Teachers are presented with a rubric. They will want to see that the professional growth experiences that they select to showcase meet these criteria.
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33. South Carolina NB Supplements
Applied before July 2010— receive $7500 supplement annually for duration of certificate
Applied after July 2010— currently scheduled to get $5000 supplement for duration of certificate
Supplement based on position educator holds-- if instructing children, likely eligible. If in administration, ineligible for supplement.
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34. Applications and Fees Application available online www.nbpts.org
$1250 total cost to renew by Feb. 28, 2015 ($300 of this is non-refundable application fee)
Withdrawal permitted ($950) – written notification required before Profile due date
Update personal information at My Profile on NBPTS Web site
Candidates for renewal may apply online. The application may be accessed form the NB site during the application window of September – January 31.
Currently there is a $300 non-refundable application fee. The total cost is currently $1250.
Candidates may withdraw. $950 will be refunded upon receipt of written notification.
NB may change the cost of renewal and/or the deposit. Please check online for the latest prices.
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35. Resources http://www.nbpts.org/renewalmatters
NB Customer Support---
TEACH (83224)
NB link
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