IDS517 Portfolio Entries and Assessment Center Preparation for NBPTS

As a continuation of the previous course, students will complete their work for the remaining entries in anticipation of submission to NBPTS. Candidates will continue to expand their content knowledge, examine current trends and topics in their fields, and exchange techniques and strategies in anticipation of the six assessment center exercises. They will construct a conceptual framework to situate their practice, their assessment of student progress, and design for instruction. This exploration will equip candidates to analyze assessment prompts, determine significant information, and write coherent responses. Prerequisite(s): Three years of teaching experience, a current teaching license if the teacher is in a school where licensure is required, and completion of the formal requirements for securing a candidate number from NBPTS. IDS517 or consent of instructor. 3 semester hours