Aligned to: Marzano Domains 1 and 2
Based on the Marzano & Dufour (2011) practices that bridge professional learning communities and student achievement, participants will be taken through a number of assessment designs specifically geared to monitoring student learning and adjusting instructional practices for improved outcomes. Through the setting of SMART goals, common assessments, conversion of scale scores and New Report Cards, participants will understand the value of and effectiveness behind progress monitoring as it works into improved student performance and academic achievement.
Course Objectives:
- Develop working knowledge of effective progress monitoring design.
- Understand the role and relevancy of progress monitoring within the professional learning community construct.
- Practice with virtual and real PLCs as a vehicle with which to progress monitor and make decisions that influence the acquisition and improvement of student skills.