1. NBCT RENEWAL JUMPSTART
Illinois NBPTS Comprehensive Support System
Becky Hatch-Prochaska
Carole Einhorn
Lynn Gaddis
Illinois State University
October 13, 2008
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2. Welcome Welcome Introductions www.coe.ilstu.edu/ilnpbts 2 Minutes
NBCT Advisory Panel

3. Agenda Outline NBCT Advisory Panel
Getting to Know the Profile for Professional Growth
Explore and Plan
Component 1
Component 2
Component 3
Reflection
2 Minutes
Participant agenda

4. Panel of NBCTs
What did you wish you knew at the beginning that you learned as you completed the PPG?
Helpful Hints
Insights
Misunderstandings
Logistical Issues
30 Minutes

5. NBPTS Frameworks
Show evidence of how you use these frameworks to make teaching decisions.—
The 5 Core Propositions
The Architecture of Teaching
5 Minutes
Direct NBCTs to the 5 Core Propositions in the PPG and to the handout of the Architecture of Teaching.
Explain to NBCTs that the PPG is designed to enable the Renewal candidates to show evidence of how they perform to these frameworks.

6. Focus of PPG Foundation for your Continued Growth
What you continue to do in the classroom
What you do for yourself as a life long learner
What you do to enhance student learning
2 Minutes
Explain to NBCTs that these three focal points were taken from the directions for the PPG. The renewal process was designed to enable NBCTs to show how they have continued to grow
In teaching students in the classroom
In learning about content and pedagogy
In improving student learning.

7. Renewal vs. Certification
1st Time NBC
Interrelated Components
Evaluated Holistically
Less Pages
Rigorous and Demanding
Renewed/Not Renewed
Independent Entries
Evaluated Separately
More Pages
Rigorous and Demanding
Scores
5 Minutes
Handout Understanding the Renewal Process

8. 8 Aspects Rubric In small groups,
Review evaluation criteria on p. 8 to identify key phrases stated in each bullet.
Review p. 4 of Understanding the Renewal Decision to identify the 8 evaluation aspects.
Discuss and clarify the meaning of the key expectations outlined in the 8 Aspects Tool.
15 Minutes
Use each bullet as a separate activity
Introduce the 8 Aspects of the rubric by asking NBCTs to read and discuss the key concepts and phrases in the bulleted items on page 8 of the PPG. Point out that each phrase is “loaded” with important items for NBCTs to examine about their continued professional growth. After the small group discussion, debrief to clarify the meaning of the bulleted items.
Ask participants to read and discuss p. 4 of the Understanding Renewal Decision handout. Explain that is an example of a report to a Renewal candidate who did receive the designation of “Renewed”. On the left are the 8 aspects and on the right are the statements of evidence seen and not seen.
3. Introduce the handout 8 Aspects Tool and share that the sheet could be used for a variety of purposes as an NBCT moves toward showing evidence of each aspect as they compete the PPG–
Exploring what to select by identifying what you have done or will do.
Analyzing the video or student learning documentation
Revising the written commentary
Ask NBCTs to work independently to begin to identify how they could show evidence in what they have done or will do.
Debrief as a whole group for clarification and to build on one another's accomplishments.

9. Structure of Components
3 Components and a Reflection make a whole picture of an NBCT’s continued professional growth.
The NBPTS Webinar shows the structure of the Components and how they are interrelated.
Review the NBPTS Powerpoint to show how the pieces fit.
35 Minutes
Share notes on slide and then switch to the NBPTS powerpoint to show how the puzzle pieces fit together.

10. Component 1 Is… Multifaceted PGEs show evidence of
Certificate-specific Content Knowledge
Professional Development
Current Trends in the Field
Issues of Equity and Diversity
Variety
Ongoing and Evolving Growth
2 Minutes

11. Getting to Know Component 1
Review rationale
Review requirements
Review the Prompts
Read p. 16 Considerations for Thoughtful Selections
Clarifications
20 Minutes

12. Brainstorm 4 PGEs Show a Model Brainstormed Outline.
Brainstorm Individually.
List Notes on the Top Box of the Outline of PGEs.
Share in Small Groups.
Debrief in Whole Group.
30 Minutes
Model of Lynn’s 4 square notes
Handout outline of PGEs

13. PGE Specific Prompts
Provide a context of the professional situation that indicates what need you are addressing.
Describe the PGE. How does it demonstrate a response to identified needs of students, the professional community, parents, and/or self?
3 Minutes

14. PGE Holistic Prompts Somewhere in Component 1
Explain how you have acquired and deepened your content knowledge to remain current including use of research and/or use of professional activities.
Explain how you have acquired and deepened your pedigogical knowledge to remain current including use of research and/or use of professional activities.
Explain your acquisition of and/or effective and appropriate use of technology.
Discuss how your interaction with colleagues, other professional groups, parents, and/or community members has enhanced your professional growth.
2 Minutes

15. Prompts and 8 Aspects
In groups, review prompt questions in Component 1 and compare to the 8 Aspects to explore how they are aligned.
Draft notes next to the prompts 1-6 on Outline of PGEs that identifies evidence of your growth for the PGE.
Share with small group.
Debrief as a whole group.
30 Minutes
Handout Outline of PGEs

16. Organizer
Model of how to identify what you do to fit the questions for the PGE.
Share Organizer to use as you plan components 1, 2, and 3.
Organizer

17. Getting to Know Component 2
Review Component 2 directions to identify specific requirements.
Review the prompt questions.
Compare the prompt to the 8 aspects.
Read p. 16.
Considerations for Thoughtful Selections
Review the clarifications.
Whole group debrief
25 Minutes
8 Aspects Tool Handout
Organizer

18. Component 2 Making Good Choices
Review the PGEs and select a lesson that shows the application of one of the PGEs.
Identify how that application demonstrates evidence of
Student learning
Equity of access
Appreciation of diversity
Certificate-specific content knowledge
15 Minutes

19. Getting to Know Component 3
Review Component 3 Directions to Identify Specific Requirements.
Review the Prompt Questions.
Compare the Prompt to the 8 Aspects.
Read p.16–
Considerations for Thoughtful Selections
Review the Clarifications.
25 Minutes
8 Aspects Tool
Organizer

20. Component 3 Making Good Choices
Review the PGEs and select a lesson or student work from a lesson that is connected to one of the PGEs.
Learner work from adults or children
Videotape with adults or children
Identify how that application demonstrates evidence of Direct or Indirect Impact on student learning.
Whole group debrief.
15 Minutes

21. Getting to Know the Reflection
Review Reflection directions to Identify specific requirements.
Review the prompt questions and show alignment to the 8 aspects.
10 Minutes

22. NBPTS www.nbpts.org NBCT Link--www.nbctlink.org
Interactive, online learning community designed for National Board Certified Teachers (NBCTs).
My Profile—NBPTS website under “candidates” tab or
Update your profile.
Apply and pay for renewal.
Change your username and password.
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23. Illinois Resources NBRC at ISU website
Renewal Information, Working Agendas, and
Handouts for Services
ISBE website
State Information
IKAN website
Forms for Stipend and Mentor/PD Compensation
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