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Framework for Teaching Proficiency System (FFTPS)

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Agenda

• Teachscape introduction

• Overview of FFTPS and what it takes to pass

• Using the system check tool to assess IT requirements

• Customer support: what to do when you need help

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Our Mission

“Help all educators

maximize effectiveness,

enabling them to inspire

inspiration in every

learner.”

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Founded: 1999Based in San Francisco, CA

Observation Tools: Innovative and flexible

Learning Content: Engaging and authentic

Professional Services: Adaptive and comprehensive

Improving Teaching Effectiveness

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Long Term Partner for Teaching Effectiveness

1999Teachscape founded

2001Carnegie Corporation selects Teachscape and Stanford to develop English language learning resources for teachers

2006Teachscape partners with McREL to develop online professional development modules

2009Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation selects Teachscape for Measures of Effective Teaching project

2011Teachscape partners with ETS and Charlotte Danielson to develop first online proficiency test for classroom observers

2000American Federation of Teachers and Teachscape develop New Teacher Support Series

2004Teachscape launches the industry’s first classroom walkthrough software, implemented statewide in Florida and Arkansas

2007Teachscape launches its first online master’s degree program for K-12 educators

2010Teachscape launches Reflect 360-degree observation and evaluation system

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Teachscape’s offerings to support teaching effectiveness

Teachscape Walk

TeachscapeReflect

Frameworkfor TeachingProficiency

System

ImproveKnowledgeand Skills

ProfessionalLearning

Suite

ProfessionalDevelopment

andCoaching

OnlineHigher

EducationPrograms

TeachscapeReflect

Observationand Evaluation

of Teaching

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Family of Observation Tools

Teachscape Walk

• Quick classroom visits

• Handheld devices

• Formative monitoring of teacher practices

Reflect Live

• In-class observation and scoring

• Collect and score artifacts, evidence, and documents

• Reporting and observation management tools

Reflect Video

• Video-based observation and scoring

• Collect and score artifacts, evidence, and documents

• Reporting and observation management tools

• Capture and share local best practices

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Framework for Teaching Proficiency System

“The Framework for Teaching Proficiency System is a vital element of any fair and equitable approach to teacher evaluation. It provides assurance that when the Framework for Teaching is used for evaluation, it’s done with integrity and fidelity.”

-Charlotte Danielson

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Professional Learning Suite

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Thought Leaders

We Partner with The Best

Content Development Teacher Effectiveness Systems

Associations Accreditation

R & D

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Improving Teaching Effectiveness Nationwide

OSPI

Partnership

for District Improvement

LAUSD CWTfor Language

MasterySchools

DenverPublic

Schools

TexasStatewide

Early Childhood

MemphisCity

Schools

DeKalb County

Learning Portal

DetroitSchool

Improvement

NYS Teacher Evaluation Provider

Escambia Schools

Teaching Effectiveness

ChicagoTitle I

& Title II

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Agenda

• Teachscape introduction

• Overview of FFTPS and what it takes to pass

• Using the system check tool to assess IT requirements

• Customer support: what to do when you need help

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A Complete Solution for High Quality Observations

Framework for Teaching Observer Training • Increase the reliability and accuracy of observers

• Deepen observer knowledge of the Components and performance levels in the Framework for Teaching

• Promote bias awareness

Framework for Teaching Scoring Practice • Provide observers with opportunities to practice before live observations

• Deliver feedback to observers including answer key and evidence rationale

Framework for Teaching Proficiency Assessment • Train observers to deliver valid, reliable judgments based teaching evidence

• Increase defensibility of the district’s evaluation system

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FFTPS: Home Page

Training

Scoring practice

Proficiency assessment

System check tool

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Observer Training: Overview

• ~20 hours of training content o Self pacedo Total training time can be faster or longer

• 11 online learning modules for observerso Orientation to observer trainingo Minimizing biaso 9 modules on Framework for Teaching

o Overviewo Framework for Teaching Components in Domain 2 and Domain 3

detailed rater training on each component and performance level

• Over 100+ master scored videos

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Observer training: home page

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Observer training: overview page

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Observer training: master scored videos

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Observer training: exercise example

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Scoring Practice: description

• Provide opportunities for observers to practiceo Identifying and recording instructional evidenceo Aligning the evidence to a specific component of the Framework for Teachingo Scoring classroom practice based on the evidenceo Receiving feedback on the score versus expert-assigned rubric and rationale

• Practice videos based on grade span user sets at registrationo Users can be set up to view videos for five different grade spans:

K–5, 6–8, 9–12, K–8, K–12o Practice videos available to user based on assigned grade span

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Scoring practice: evidence and scoring page

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Scoring practice: feedback page

Proficiency assessment: overview

• Two stages. Recommend time to take each stage ~3-3.5 hrso Stage 1: multiple choice questions and videos. Stage 2: videoso 2 chances to pass each stage of assessment

• Must pass stage 1 before moving to stage 2• Users typically only attempt one assessment (e.g., stage 1 or stage 2) in a day so

they typically complete the assessment over multiple days• User must complete assessment in one session of maximum length of 6 hours

o They can pause videos if they need to take a short break (e.g., restroom)o If the computer is idle for 60 minutes or the user logs out, they will fail the attempto Detailed instructions are provided prior to each assessment attempto Users must contact Teachscape support if they face technical issues during the assessment

• Total (stage 1 + stage 2) assessment timeo Best case: pass both stages on first attempt = ~6 hourso Longest: take 2 attempts to pass each stage = ~12 hours

• Assessment videos based on the grade span assigned to user (e.g., K–5, 6–8, 9–12, K–8, K–12)

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Keys to passing the proficiency assessment

1. Conduct a system check every time you use the FFTPS

• Contact IT department if you fail system check• Wired internet connection better than wireless

2. Spend enough time training

• We recommend~ 20 hours of training• Train even if you have previous FFT knowledge

The training content supports latest version of FFT and is aligned with the assessment

Several users who considered themselves FFT experts and took the assessment without training failed on their first attempt. Once they trained they then passed.

3. Practice scoring early and often

• Recommend 2+ hours of practice (e.g., score the entire set of practice videos 2-3 times)

4. Allocate enough time to take the tests

• Each tests will take ~3-4 hours. Make sure your schedule is clear and avoid interruptions

5. Study hard but be confident!

• Hundreds have trained and passed• If you study hard you will be prepared

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Agenda

• Teachscape introduction

• Overview of FFTPS and what it takes to pass

• Using the system check tool to assess IT requirements

• Customer support: what to do when you need help

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Overview of system requirements

Network access

• Local district IT administrator will need to update network settings to allow users to access Teachscape related websites from their school computers and school network

Internet connectivity

• Recommend 2Mbps download speed but can support 1-2Mbps• Highly recommend using a wired connection while taking the

proficiency assessment to ensure a consistent connection• Users need to avoid peak network usage times at school when

average bandwidth may drop below minimum requirements

Hardware and software

• Can use PCs or Macs that meet minimum requirements for hardware, software, and monitor resolution

• Users should not use tablet devices (e.g., iPad) with FFTPS

Where to find details

• Help section within the FFTPS provides detailed IT requirements• Use system check tool to determine if you meet IT requirements

FFTPS training, practice, and proficiency assessment rely heavily on videos. Users systems must be optimized to view videos.

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System Check tool: the user’s and IT staff’s best friend

Where to access the “System Check” tool from home page

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System check: determine if you meet IT requirements

• In seconds, automatically detects if user meets system requirements foro Hardwareo Browsero Monitoro JavaScript, Cookies, Pop Ups

• Allows user to check if internet connection meets requirements (“speedtest.net”)

• Allows user to watch a video and listen to audio as a final system test

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Agenda

• Teachscape introduction

• Overview of FFTPS and what it takes to pass

• Using the system check tool to assess IT requirements

• Customer support: what to do when you need help

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3 Keys to a successful user experience

1. Users should run the “System Check” every time they use FFTPS

• Users that do not meet system requirements represent 90-95% of all customer support inquiries. System check helps users address issues before they start using FFTPS

2. Users should contact and work with local IT to resolve any issues identified in a “System Check” or with network access

3. Users should contact Teachscape customer support if they run into problems during a proficiency assessment

• Fixing any local hardware, software, connectivity, or network access issues almost always require local IT support

• If users are in the middle of an assessment and experience a system problem, they need urgent support especially if the problem prevents them from completing the assessment

• Teachscape support: support@teachscape.com, 1-888-479-7600

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Additional support resources available to users

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