Friday, September 27, 2013

9.30.13 - Major Assessment Tuning

Agenda
1). Robin, welcome back to the Math Data Team! (3 mins.)
           Overview of her role to assist Math Team.
2). Celebrate progress/risks and review Team Norms. (3 mins.)
            Laura completed "Barbie Bungee Jump" lab/activity.
            Tammy pleased with progress of CCR Math class.
3). Review of PLC Quarterly Outcomes to reference progress. (3 mins.)
4). Reminder of rationale for completing Major Assessment Tuning. (3 mins.)
  • Evaluating alignment with desired outcomes - ACT/EOC/AP testing
  • Rigor and expectations (vertical alignment)
  • Transitioning to new standards and higher expectations
5). Cornish Unit Test - Major Assessment Tuning. (30 mins???)
6). If time permits, Greenwell Unit Test (Multiple Choice) and (Free Answer) - Major Assessment Tuning.
           Not enough time to complete Greenwell Test Tuning
7). Complete - Math Team SMART Goals and Action Steps.
           Noted this document should be referenced and edited on Friday.
8). Friday, Oct. 4 workday. Analyzing IA Q1 assessment results. Reference IA Analysis Tips for guidance. (2 mins.)

Tuesday, September 17, 2013

9.18.13 - Major Assessment Tuning




Agenda:
1. Math PLC meetings to change days.
         Moved to every other Monday. Alex will send an invite as calendar reminder.
2. Review of Quarterly PLC Outcomes
        Document printed/referenced.
3. Context and current reality of major assessments given within Math Department.
        Discussion of current CA's and TN goal of improving math department unit tests.
4. Martin - Unit 1 Algebra II Test - Major Assessment Tuning
        Completed - reference link above.
5. 2 team members to sign up for Major Assessment Tuning during next PLC.
        Laura and Jeannie (if time permits)
6. Math Team SMART Goals and Action Steps.
        Not enough time to ensure completion - document was referenced during meeting.
7. Status check: All team members complete Pre-IA Analysis for Q1???
        Alex needs to complete his IA analysis once scores are ran again.