Assignment Task:
The design and implementation of effective plans for teacher learning and development requires analysis of student outcomes data, as well as potential local, state, or national policies that may impact curriculum and instructional practices. For instance, data may reveal that many students struggle with a specific concept, or educational legislation may be passed that requires changes to curriculum and instruction. Throughout this course, you will be completing the steps in the process of creating a school-wide professional development plan.
For this assessment, assume that you are an instructional coach at your elementary school. The principal has requested that you identify areas of professional development need based on available student data and any potential changes to curriculum, instruction, or assessment practices.
To prepare for this assessment, complete the following:
Locate a minimum of 3 sources of data related to student achievement from your current professional context (e.g., your school, teaching position). Below are some suggestions to consider when selecting data sources:
- Classroom-specific
- Grade-level or departmental
- School-wide
- Authentic assessment
- Anecdotal records
Research local or state policies and curriculum changes (e.g., school site, school district, or state department of education) that influence curriculum and instruction within your current professional context. Looking for Course Help?
Introduction: Describe the purpose of the report, including:
Your professional context information (e.g., state, district, school, grade level, teaching experience)
Explanation of why you are evaluating a variety of data sources
Data Sources: Describe 3 sources of student achievement data, including the types of assessment or measurement tools implemented to collect the data, if applicable.
Data Analysis: Summarize your analysis of each data source, including the specific areas for improvement identified from each source.
Local or State Initiatives: Describe a minimum of 1 district, state, or national policy that influences curriculum and instruction within your professional context, including:
Explanation of how the policy influences curriculum and instruction
Justification for why the policy should be addressed in your professional development
Data Synthesis: Describe 2 or 3 high-priority areas for student improvement that you have determined based on your data analysis, including:
Explanation of how your data analysis supports the identified high-priority areas
Explanation of how the data will be used as part of a comprehensive continuous improvement plan to include professional development