Depth of Knowledge, Standards, and the New State Assessments (AMP)

Level 4Level 3Level 2Level 1 Webb’s Depth of Knowledge Cognitive Complexity Deepening Understanding

Level 1 Recall & Reproduction Level 2 Skills & Concepts Level 3 Strategic Thinking & Reasoning Level 4 Extended Thinking 22%57%21%< 1% 21%79% DOK Levels of Alaska Math Content Standards

Level 1 Recall and Reproduction Level 2 Skills and Concepts Level 3 Short-term Strategic Thinking Level 4 Extended Thinking 5%29%32%33% 65%34% DOK Levels of Alaska ELA Standards

Depth of Knowledge Levels Across Grades 1-12.

Depth of Knowledge Levels in Standard Areas RL.5.7 Analyze how visual and multimedia elements contribute to the meaning, tone, or personal appeal of a text (e.g., graphic novel, multimedia presentation of fiction, folktale, myth, poem). DOK 3 W.3.10 Write routinely over extended time frames (time for research, reflection, and revision) and shorter time frames (a single sitting or a day or two) for a range of discipline-specific tasks, purposes, and audiences. Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English capitalization, punctuation, and spelling when writing; a. Use correct capitalization; b. Use commas and quotation marks to mark direct speech and quotations from a text; c. Use a comma before a coordinating conjunction in a compound sentence; d. Spell grade- appropriate words correctly, consulting references as needed.

It UP! January 29, 2015

1.Simulate computer-based summative testing conditions and provide information on the performance of technology service. 2.Provide schools and districts with information on the performance of their technology systems. 3.Allow building personnel to practice summative assessment procedures. What is the Purpose?

1. Provide students an additional experience with the KITE test engine and the technology-enhanced items. 2. Provide educators with an additional opportunity to work with students on the technology-enhanced items. Additional Benefits

Your Role 1. Provide opportunity for your students to take the technology practice test in math and English language arts. 2. Talk to your associate test coordinator about AMP It UP! Day; he/she may request your involvement.

1. Testlets in ELA and math are currently available for teachers to use with their students. 2. Teachers must use their KITE accounts to access the testlets in the Educator Portal. Talk to your associate test coordinator for access. 3. The district website has resources to support teachers and the implementation of testlets. 4. You received an informational newsletter from Assessment and Accountability with detailed instructions. Other News