National Board Renewal

2014-2015CERRA National Board Candidate Support

Workshop Toolkit

WS11May 2014

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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?

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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

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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

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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.

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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.

Certification Periods

I. Certification Period 2005-2015 (in 9th year)

Apply as early as September 2014 and submit by May 15, 2015.

II. Certification Period 2006-2016 (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, 2016.

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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.)

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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.

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National Board for Professional Teaching Standards

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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

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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

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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Component 14 Professional Growth

Experiences (PGE)

Reflection

Scored Holistically

Component 2Video

Based on 1 PGE

Component 3Video or Student Work

Based on 2nd PGE

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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

Component 1: Written Commentary

For each PGE:

• Describe the context• Describe the PGE• Identify the need and

how the PGE addresses the need

• (Do this four times.)

Addressed anywhere:

• Content/pedagogical knowledge that was acquired/deepened

• Acquisition/Use of technology

• Interaction with colleagues, professional groups, parents and/or community

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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

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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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

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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Component 3: Evidence

Video

• May be segmented• Six minutes maximum• No editing• Teacher teaching preK-

12 students or interacting with educational colleagues

Learner’s Work

• 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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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

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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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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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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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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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

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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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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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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“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

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“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.

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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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

Resources

• http://www.nbpts.org/renewalmatters

• http://www.guide4nbcandidates.org/candidate-guide/the-renewal-candidacy/

• NB Customer Support---

1-800-22-TEACH (83224)• www.cerra.org; NB link

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