1. edTPA Coordinator, Illinois State University
Introduction to the “Understanding the Rubric Level Progressions” Guides
Elisa Palmer
edTPA Coordinator, Illinois State University
December 2014

2. “Understanding the Rubric Level Progressions” Guides
Detail what each level of each rubric means
Can be shared with any individuals involved in edTPA implementation (including teacher candidates)
Follow the same confidentiality rules as edTPA handbooks
Can be found in the resource library at

3. Understanding the URLP Guides
Using the principle of “preponderance of evidence”
Guiding question and clarification
Key concepts and terms
Primary sources of evidence
Decision rules
Automatic 1 criteria

4. Preponderance of Evidence

5. Guiding Question & Clarification

6. Key Concepts & Terms

7. Primary Sources of Evidence

8. Decision Rules/Automatic 1

9. “Unpacking the Rubrics” section
Starts with Level 3
Details what is below Level 3
Distinguishes between Level 2 & 1
Details what is above Level 3
Distinguishes between Level 4 & 5

10. Cautions and Usage Cautions Usage
Don’t attempt to use the URLP guides for actual scoring
Be aware of potential sources of bias
Usage
Use the URLP guide to help determine candidate’s proficiency on that particular rubric

11. edTPA Rubric Blueprint
Task name: Rubric Title
Guiding Question
Level 1
Level 2
Level 3
Level 4
Level 5
Struggling candidate, not ready to teach
Some skill but needs more practice to be teacher-of-record
Acceptable level to begin teaching
Solid foundation of knowledge and skills
Stellar candidate
Rubric Progressions: Early novice to expert teacher
Candidate demonstrates:
Expanding repertoire of skills and strategies
Deepening of rationale and reflection
Shift from teacher focus to student focus
Move from whole class to generic groups to individuals

12. Guide to Using the URLP Step 1: Read the Level 3 criteria
Step 2: Look at the candidates’ materials (as designated by the “primary sources of evidence” section)
Step 3: Gather evidence
Step 4: Place evidence at the appropriate place on the rubric progression
Step 5: Identify where the preponderance of evidence lies
Step 6: Did the candidate exhibit proficiency on this rubric?

13. Rubric 1 Sources of Evidence: Pay attention to Automatic 1 criteria
Context for Learning
Planning Commentary Prompt 1
Lesson Plans
Key Instructional Materials
Pay attention to Automatic 1 criteria
Does this candidate exhibit proficiency on Rubric 1?

14. Rubric 2 Sources of Evidence Pay attention to Automatic 1 criteria
Context for Learning
Planning Commentary Prompts 2 & 3
Lesson Plans
Key Instructional Materials
Assessments
Pay attention to Automatic 1 criteria
Does this candidate exhibit proficiency on Rubric 2?

15. Rubric 3 Sources of Evidence Pay attention to Decision Rules
Planning Commentary Prompts 2 & 3
Pay attention to Decision Rules
Pay attention to Automatic 1 criteria
Does this candidate exhibit proficiency on Rubric 3?

16. Rubric 4 Sources of Evidence
Planning Commentary Prompt 4
Lesson Plans
Key Instructional Materials
Does this candidate exhibit proficiency on Rubric 4?

17. Rubric 5 Sources of Evidence Pay attention to Automatic 1 criteria
Context for Learning
Planning Commentary Prompts 2 & 5
Lesson Plans
Assessments
Pay attention to Automatic 1 criteria
Does this candidate exhibit proficiency on Rubric 5?

18. Rubric 6 Sources of Evidence
Instruction Commentary Prompt 2
Video Clips
Does this candidate exhibit proficiency on Rubric 6?

19. Rubric 7 Sources of Evidence Pay attention to Decision Rules
Instruction Commentary Prompt 3
Video Clips
Pay attention to Decision Rules
Does this candidate exhibit proficiency on Rubric 7?

20. Rubric 8 Sources of Evidence Pay attention to automatic 1 conditions
Instruction Commentary Prompt 4a
Video Clips
Pay attention to automatic 1 conditions
Does this candidate exhibit proficiency on Rubric 8?

21. Rubric 9 Sources of Evidence Pay attention to automatic 1 conditions
Instruction Commentary Prompt 4b
Video Clips
Pay attention to automatic 1 conditions
Does this candidate exhibit proficiency on Rubric 9?

22. Rubric 10 Sources of Evidence Pay attention to Decision Rules
Instruction Commentary Prompt 5
Video Clips
Pay attention to Decision Rules
Does this candidate exhibit proficiency on Rubric 10?

23. Rubric 11 Sources of Evidence Pay attention to automatic 1 conditions
Assessment Commentary Prompt 1
Student Work Samples
Evaluation Criteria
Pay attention to automatic 1 conditions
Does this candidate exhibit proficiency on Rubric 11?

24. Rubric 12 Sources of Evidence Pay attention to automatic 1 conditions
Assessment Commentary Prompts 1a, 2a-b
Student Work Samples
Evidence of Feedback
Pay attention to automatic 1 conditions
Does this candidate exhibit proficiency on Rubric 12?

25. Rubric 13 Sources of Evidence
Evidence of Feedback
Does this candidate exhibit proficiency on Rubric 13?

26. Rubric 14 Sources of Evidence Pay attention to automatic 1 conditions
Student Work Samples and/or video evidence
Assessment Commentary Prompt 3
Pay attention to automatic 1 conditions
Does this candidate exhibit proficiency on Rubric 14?

27. Rubric 15 Sources of Evidence Pay attention to Decision Rules
Assessment Commentary Prompts 1 and 4
Student Work Samples
Evidence of feedback
Pay attention to Decision Rules
Does this candidate exhibit proficiency on Rubric 15?

28. Suggested Uses for URLP Guides
Professional development for faculty, staff, supervisors, and cooperating teachers
Feedback for candidates during formative experiences
Reference guide for candidates during completion of summative edTPA portfolio