2. 6/22/01Texas Education Agency Preparing Children Promoting Excellence Preparing Children Promoting ExcellenceOn the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills Presented by: Chris Castillo-Comer Director of Science Irene Pickhardt Asst. Director of Science Division of Curriculum and Professional Development Science Update

3. 6/22/01Texas Education Agency Did You Know? Higher scores on science TAAS Higher scores on science TAAS Greater Physics enrollment Greater Physics enrollment Increased AP course completion Increased AP course completion Leadership in science safety Leadership in science safety Increased funding for professional development Increased funding for professional development Forming alliances: Forming alliances: – TUSC: Texas Urban Science Council – SESnet: ESC science specialists network – Executive consortia: Leadership for science – Texas State Science Summit Chris Comer Science Educators can be proud of:

4. 6/22/01Texas Education Agency 1999-2000 Enrollment in Selected Science Courses IPC222,318IPC222,318 Chemistry155,636Chemistry155,636 Physics 67,663Physics 67,663 Chris Comer Course Selections: YET,WHILEPHYSICSENROLLMENTHASINCREASED,ENROLLMENTINCHEMISTRYANDPHYSICSLAGCOMPAREDTOIPC

5. 6/22/01Texas Education Agency ACT Graduating Class ‘99 State Percentage Completing 3 or More Years of... Reading/LA100% Mathematics100% Social Studies 92% Science 76% Chris Comer AND,MOSTSTUDENTSSTILLTAKEONLYTWO YEARS OF SCIENCE

6. 6/22/01Texas Education Agency Science Assessments Mandated by 76th Legislature in June ‘99 Senate Bill 103 Elementary test will be given in English and Spanish Elementary test will be given in English and Spanish Equipment listed in the TEKS must be provided for all students Equipment listed in the TEKS must be provided for all students 10th and 11th grade exit level will include 10th and 11th grade exit level will include ”At least biology and integrated chemistry and physics ” SCIENCELEARNINGWILLBEIMPORTANT

7. 6/22/01Texas Education Agency TEXAS ASSESSMENT of KNOWLEDGE and SKILLS (TAKS) This year’s 1st grade students and 8th grade students will be the first to take science TAKS.This year’s 1st grade students and 8th grade students will be the first to take science TAKS. Schools must make sure that students have multiple opportunities to learn the concepts to be tested.Schools must make sure that students have multiple opportunities to learn the concepts to be tested. Adequacy of preparation must be assured.Adequacy of preparation must be assured. Chris Comer

8. 6/22/01Texas Education Agency A New Vision for Science Reflection of actual classroom practice Emphasis on “doing science” Focus on teaching the TEKS TAKS preparation materials unnecessary

9. 6/22/01Texas Education Agency Science TAKS Has a multiple choice format Will not be a performance test Will stress the process skills since they are the heart of science Asks for a deeper conceptual understanding of science concepts

10. 6/22/01Texas Education Agency Science Assessment TEKS-based TAAS will be tested at 8th grade and Biology End of Course (EOC) assessments until spring of 2002.TEKS-based TAAS will be tested at 8th grade and Biology End of Course (EOC) assessments until spring of 2002. TAKS science will begin testing atTAKS science will begin testing at 5th grade, 10th grade, and 11th grade 5th grade, 10th grade, and 11th grade Exit level in spring 2003. Exit level in spring 2003. Science TAKS will be on the accountability system in 2004.Science TAKS will be on the accountability system in 2004.

11. 6/22/01Texas Education Agency Science Assessment Survey resultsSurvey results Teacher responsesTeacher responses Bracketed itemsBracketed items Test objectivesTest objectives Teachers need to know about: about:

12. 6/22/01Texas Education Agency Survey Results 1st survey: 8,273 science surveys from educators K-168,273 science surveys from educators K-16 Objectives 2-6 rewrittenObjectives 2-6 rewritten 36 Student Expectations deleted36 Student Expectations deleted 2nd survey: 6,099 science surveys from elementary and secondary campuses6,099 science surveys from elementary and secondary campuses Changes were made to respond to educator inputChanges were made to respond to educator input Chris Comer

13. 6/22/01Texas Education Agency What Are [Bracketed] Items? “The student expectation has been presented in its entirety for two reasons: to clarify the link to the curriculum and to provide background information for test items. However, bracketed text will not be specifically tested on TAKS.”

14. 6/22/01Texas Education Agency Bracketed Items: The Elementary Science TAKS given at grade five will have these items bracketed: Computers, critique, promotional materials, cameras, sound recorders, and hot platesComputers, critique, promotional materials, cameras, sound recorders, and hot plates 10th grade science assessment: Critique, and promotional materials Critique, and promotional materials 11th grade exit level science assessment: 11th grade exit level science assessment: Mechanical Advantage and (water as the) universal solvent Mechanical Advantage and (water as the) universal solvent

15. 6/22/01Texas Education Agency Science TAKS at Grade 10 and Exit Level Grade 11 Will Include: Calculator: possible use of at least a four- function calculatorCalculator: possible use of at least a four- function calculator Metric ruler: a metric ruler will be provided for metric measurementMetric ruler: a metric ruler will be provided for metric measurement Periodic table: students will be provided a periodic tablePeriodic table: students will be provided a periodic table Formula chart: students will be provided a chart that includes necessary formulas for TAKSFormula chart: students will be provided a chart that includes necessary formulas for TAKS

16. 6/22/01Texas Education Agency Grade 5 Science TAKS TAKS OBJECTIVES: knowledge student & skills expectations 1.1. Nature of science 4 10 2.2. Life science 7 15 3.3. Physical science 5 12 4.4. Earth science 8 17 Total 24 54 BracketedBracketed items: Computers,Computers, critique, promotional materials, cameras, sound recorders, hot plates “Such“Such as” are only examples but “including” means that these topics must be taught

17. 6/22/01Texas Education Agency About the Grade 10 and Exit Level Grade 11 Science Assessments... The grade 10 and grade 11 exit level science assessments are based on the TEKS for Integrated Physics and Chemistry (IPC) and Biology.The grade 10 and grade 11 exit level science assessments are based on the TEKS for Integrated Physics and Chemistry (IPC) and Biology. The grade 10 and exit level grade 11 science assessments are not identical.The grade 10 and exit level grade 11 science assessments are not identical. The differences are slight and are based on further science instruction and the ability for more mature critical thinking.The differences are slight and are based on further science instruction and the ability for more mature critical thinking.

18. 6/22/01Texas Education Agency Grade 10 Science TAKS TAKS OBJECTIVES:KS SETAKS OBJECTIVES:KS SE Science processes:Science processes: 1. The nature of science 3 71. The nature of science 3 7 Science concepts:Science concepts: 2. Biological concepts 4 62. Biological concepts 4 6 3. Biology--ecological concepts 4 63. Biology--ecological concepts 4 6 4. IPC--chemistry concepts 3 74. IPC--chemistry concepts 3 7 5. IPC—physics concepts 3 65. IPC—physics concepts 3 6 »Total 17 31 4 student expectations are in 10th grade only:4 student expectations are in 10th grade only: Bio 6(D); IPC 7(E); IPC 5(A); and IPC 6(F)Bio 6(D); IPC 7(E); IPC 5(A); and IPC 6(F) Bracketed items: critique, promotional materialsBracketed items: critique, promotional materials

19. 6/22/01Texas Education Agency Grade 11 Science TAKS TAKS OBJECTIVES:KS SETAKS OBJECTIVES:KS SE Science Processes:Science Processes: 1. The Nature of Science 3 71. The Nature of Science 3 7 Science Concepts:Science Concepts: 2. Biology Concepts 4 72. Biology Concepts 4 7 3. Biology--Ecological Concepts5 83. Biology--Ecological Concepts5 8 4. IPC--Chemistry Concepts3 74. IPC--Chemistry Concepts3 7 5. IPC—Physics Concepts 3 75. IPC—Physics Concepts 3 7 »Total 18 36 The following concepts are in the grade 11 exit level science TAKS only: 1 KS--Bio 9; 8 SE—Bio 6(B); Bio 7(A); Bio 9(D) IPC 7(D); IPC 9(B); IPC 4(D); IPC 5(B); IPC 6(D)The following concepts are in the grade 11 exit level science TAKS only: 1 KS--Bio 9; 8 SE—Bio 6(B); Bio 7(A); Bio 9(D) IPC 7(D); IPC 9(B); IPC 4(D); IPC 5(B); IPC 6(D) Bracketed : mechanical advantage and universal solventBracketed : mechanical advantage and universal solvent

20. 6/22/01Texas Education Agency Please Note--in the Grade 11 Exit Level Test Only: Biology (9) science concepts.Biology (9) science concepts. The student knows metabolic processes and energy transfers that occur in living organisms. The student is expected to: The student knows metabolic processes and energy transfers that occur in living organisms. The student is expected to: (D) analyze the flow of matter and energy through different tropic levels and between organisms and the physical environment. (D) analyze the flow of matter and energy through different tropic levels and between organisms and the physical environment. This concept can be taught through any secondary science course:

21. 6/22/01Texas Education Agency What’s Next? Fall 2001-pilot testing Fall 2001-pilot testing –Volunteer districts/campuses Spring 2002-field testing –All districts, at some level –April 22-May 10 2001-2002 school year –Educator guides distributed

22. 6/22/01Texas Education Agency Instructional Implications What changes in instruction should occur in our district, school, or classroom based on what we know about the new objectives, TEKS expectations, and format for :What changes in instruction should occur in our district, school, or classroom based on what we know about the new objectives, TEKS expectations, and format for : Elementary Science TAKS ?Elementary Science TAKS ? Science TAKS at 10th grade?Science TAKS at 10th grade? Science TAKS exit level grade 11?Science TAKS exit level grade 11?

23. 6/22/01Texas Education Agency Science Instructional Materials Adoption Middle School Science: Grade 6-English and Spanish Grade 7 and Grade 8 High School Science: Integrated Chemistry and Physics, Chemistry, Physics Environmental Systems, Astronomy Advanced Placement ChemistryPhysics Environmental Science Chris Comer $92.5 Million Adoption Budget Textbooks and Instructional Materials are now aligned to the TEKS; which are the basis of the TAKS.

24. 6/22/01Texas Education Agency Science Is Moving Away From 1. “Cookbook” labs 2. Details, details, details 3. The scientific method 4. “Do the questions” 5. Only one answer Materials that just stress…

25. 6/22/01Texas Education Agency A New Vision for Science Materials Detailed background information Student misconceptions identified Help identifying broad ideas Formative assessments Summative assessments The use of rubrics Students doing inquiry

26. 6/22/01Texas Education Agency TAKS Science It is important to note that students on the Minimum High School graduation plan, the Recommended Graduation Plan, or the Distinguished Achievement Graduation Program should have adequacy of preparation and multiple opportunities to learn the concepts to be tested at grade 10 and exit level grade 11 science TAKS.

27. 6/22/01Texas Education Agency TAKS Elementary Science Test Given at Grade Five Not just a 5th grade science test: includes TEKS from the 2nd, 3rd, 4th, and 5th grades Not just a 5th grade science test: includes TEKS from the 2nd, 3rd, 4th, and 5th grades Integrates life, earth and physical sciences Integrates life, earth and physical sciences Builds the foundation for Biology, Chemistry, and Physics concepts tested in TAKS 10th and the 11th grade exit level TAKS in high school Builds the foundation for Biology, Chemistry, and Physics concepts tested in TAKS 10th and the 11th grade exit level TAKS in high school

28. 6/22/01Texas Education Agency Elementary Science Science is a foundation subject…not an elective. Science is a foundation subject…not an elective. Science learning enhances mathematics skills Science learning enhances mathematics skills Science related items make up to 40-60% of the reading TAAS Science related items make up to 40-60% of the reading TAAS Science promotes problem solving and critical thinking Science promotes problem solving and critical thinking Science instruction increases language development for ESL students Science instruction increases language development for ESL students

29. 6/22/01Texas Education Agency Elementary Science TAKS Textbooks and instructional materials are only resources…the TEKS are the curriculum framework Textbooks and instructional materials are only resources…the TEKS are the curriculum framework Includes K-5 strand content: science will need to be taught at each elementary grade to ensure student success Includes K-5 strand content: science will need to be taught at each elementary grade to ensure student success Time requirements: “teachers must have enough time to teach the science TEKS and students must have enough time to learn the science TEKS” Time requirements: “teachers must have enough time to teach the science TEKS and students must have enough time to learn the science TEKS”

30. 6/22/01Texas Education Agency The Importance of “Strands” The science TEKS contain “strands” that connect broad themes across the grade levelsThe science TEKS contain “strands” that connect broad themes across the grade levels Certain themes pervade science:Certain themes pervade science: Constancy and changeConstancy and change Form and functionForm and function Properties, patterns and modelsProperties, patterns and models SystemsSystems These strands are evident in TAKS objectives

31. 6/22/01Texas Education Agency An Example of A Strand Grade 11 Exit Biology 9D –Analyze the flow of matter and energy through different trophic levels Grade 10 12D investigates interactions in an ecosystem Elementary assessment grade 5: 2.9(D) Compare the ways living organisms depend on each other and their environments Systems Tested Tested at: at: Exit Level Grade 11 10th grade 5th grade Grade 7.12B observe how organisms including producers, consumers, and decomposers live together in an environment and use existing resources

32. 6/22/01Texas Education Agency Systems in the Elementary Assessment The systems TEKS repeated in three of the four elementary objectivesThe systems TEKS repeated in three of the four elementary objectives Systems are found in:Systems are found in: –Life sciences—e.g. Ecosystems, the human body –Physical sciences—e.g. Machines –Earth sciences—e.g. Watersheds, planetary systems

33. 6/22/01Texas Education Agency What Do Students Need to Know About Systems? 5.5 The student knows that a systems is a collection of cycles, structures, and processes that interact. The student is expected to5.5 The student knows that a systems is a collection of cycles, structures, and processes that interact. The student is expected to –(A) describe some cycles, structures, and processes that are found in a simple system; and –(B) describe some interactions that occur in a simple system.

34. 6/22/01Texas Education Agency All TEKS Are Required The TEKS outline what all students must know and be able to do.The TEKS outline what all students must know and be able to do. Some student expectations are not tested, yet they may be critical for student understanding.Some student expectations are not tested, yet they may be critical for student understanding.

35. 6/22/01Texas Education Agency The Role of Untested TEKS in Student Understanding Not testedNot tested –5.12(d) “identify gravity as the force that keeps planets in orbit around the sun and the moon in orbit around the earth” TestedTested –5.12(a) “interpret how land forms are the result of a combination of constructive and destructive forces such as deposition of sediment…..”

36. 6/22/01Texas Education Agency The “Heart” of Science Objective 1: The Nature of Science

37. 6/22/01Texas Education Agency Scientific Methods The use of scientific methods during field and laboratory investigationsThe use of scientific methods during field and laboratory investigations –Plan and implement investigative procedures Ask questionsAsk questions Formulate hypothesesFormulate hypotheses Select equipment and technologySelect equipment and technology –Collect data and make measurements –Organize, analyze, make inferences from data –Communicate

38. 6/22/01Texas Education Agency Types of Investigations Field Classroom Laboratory

39. 6/22/01Texas Education Agency Laboratory and Field Investigations What is included in the student expectation (SE)?What is included in the student expectation (SE)? Students conduct field, classroom, and laboratory investigationsStudents conduct field, classroom, and laboratory investigations SafetySafety Use and conservation of resourcesUse and conservation of resources Disposal and recyclingDisposal and recycling

40. 6/22/01Texas Education Agency The Student Is Expected To: Plan and implement investigative procedures includingPlan and implement investigative procedures including Ask questionsAsk questions Formulate testable hypothesesFormulate testable hypotheses Select and use tools and technologySelect and use tools and technology

41. 6/22/01Texas Education Agency The Student Is Expected To: Demonstrate safe practices during field and laboratory investigations

42. 6/22/01Texas Education Agency Examples of Equipment Which May Be Found on Elementary Science TAKS Meter sticksMeter sticks MagnetsMagnets Hand lensesHand lenses CompassesCompasses ThermometersThermometers Collecting netsCollecting nets Weather instrumentsWeather instruments Consult TEKS 4(A) at each grade level from Grades K-8

43. 6/22/01Texas Education Agency Scientific Processes  Laboratory and Field Investigations  Scientific Methods  Critical Thinking

44. 6/22/01Texas Education Agency The Student Is Expected To: Represent the natural world using models and identify their limitations

45. 6/22/01Texas Education Agency The Student Is Expected To: Analyze, review, and critique scientific explanations

46. 6/22/01Texas Education Agency The Student Is Expected To: Collect data by observing and measuring

47. 6/22/01Texas Education Agency The Student Is Expected To: Make wise choices in the use and conservation of resources and the disposal or recycling of materials During laboratory or field

48. 6/22/01Texas Education Agency The Student Is Expected To: Organize Analyze Evaluate Make inferences Predict trends from direct and indirect evidence

49. 6/22/01Texas Education Agency How Do We Get There? A planned, collaborative, educational process of continuous improvement for teachers that helps them do five things: –1. –1. Deepen their knowledge of the subject they are teaching; –2. –2. Sharpen their teaching skills in the classroom; –3. –3. Keep up with developments in their fields and in education generally; –4. –4. Generate and contribute new knowledge to the profession; and –5. –5. Increase their ability to monitor student’s work, so they can provide constructive feedback to students and appropriately redirect their own teaching. Chris Comer Professional Development Is:

50. 6/22/01Texas Education Agency How Can Districts or Schools Prepare for TAKS? Districts should ensure that: Districts should ensure that: Learning is connected across the grade levelsLearning is connected across the grade levels Multiple opportunities to learn science concepts in different contexts are assuredMultiple opportunities to learn science concepts in different contexts are assured Cumulative, comprehensive, increasingly complex sequences of learning experiences are builtCumulative, comprehensive, increasingly complex sequences of learning experiences are built Seamless education preK-12 is createdSeamless education preK-12 is created Students are enrolled in science during grade 11Students are enrolled in science during grade 11 Adequacy of preparation is plannedAdequacy of preparation is planned Systems thinking is appliedSystems thinking is applied

51. 6/22/01Texas Education Agency About Middle School Science... After spring 2002, there will not be an 8th grade science assessment.After spring 2002, there will not be an 8th grade science assessment. This does not mean that science at grades 6-8 is no longer important! In fact, it will be even more important to strengthen the the 6-8 program to ensure success at grade 10 and exit level grade 11 science assessments.This does not mean that science at grades 6-8 is no longer important! In fact, it will be even more important to strengthen the the 6-8 program to ensure success at grade 10 and exit level grade 11 science assessments. Middle school teachers must be aware of the middle school science concepts and their connections to the TEKS tested at grade 10 and exit level grade 11 assessments.Middle school teachers must be aware of the middle school science concepts and their connections to the TEKS tested at grade 10 and exit level grade 11 assessments. The strength of the 6-8 science program has a direct effect on the student course selections.The strength of the 6-8 science program has a direct effect on the student course selections.

52. 6/22/01Texas Education Agency The Burning Question: What’s the Best Course Sequence for Science? Biology is now a required course for all students in Texas.Biology is now a required course for all students in Texas. Students are required to take the IPC course or the Chemistry and Physics courses.Students are required to take the IPC course or the Chemistry and Physics courses. For all graduation plans, students are encouraged to take the Biology, Chemistry, and Physics sequence by the State Board of Education.For all graduation plans, students are encouraged to take the Biology, Chemistry, and Physics sequence by the State Board of Education. Students are urged to take four years of science.Students are urged to take four years of science. Chris Comer

53. 6/22/01Texas Education Agency It’s Important to Remember That... The Integrated Physics and Chemistry (IPC) course is not mandatory for all students.The Integrated Physics and Chemistry (IPC) course is not mandatory for all students. IPC was intended to be an entry level course. It is not recommended for 11th or 12th grade students.IPC was intended to be an entry level course. It is not recommended for 11th or 12th grade students. “Prerequisite for IPC: none. This course is recommended for students in grades 9 and 10.”“Prerequisite for IPC: none. This course is recommended for students in grades 9 and 10.”

54. 6/22/01Texas Education Agency Science TAKS StudentsStudents in the Minimum High School Program typically take IPC and Biology. in either the Minimum or Recommended Program may choose to take the separate Chemistry and Physics courses instead of IPC. TheThe student expectations in the grade 10 and grade 11 exit level science assessments are from the IPC and and Biology courses; however, StudentsStudents will be prepared to be successful on the test whether they take the IPC course or the separate Chemistry and Physics courses.

55. 6/22/01Texas Education Agency A Note About IPC: IntegratedIntegrated physics and chemistry (IPC) should be taught as an integrated course and not just a revised physical science class. TheThe integration of physics and chemistry are especially important to address earth science concepts which will no longer have a separate objective at grade 10 or grade 11 exit level science assessments. EarthEarth science concepts on the grades 10 and 11 exit level assessments will be addressed addressed through the integration found in IPC, biology, and the science processes. Again,Again, a strong grade 6-8 science program will help our students to apply earth science concepts.

56. 6/22/01Texas Education Agency About the Grade 10 and Exit Level Grade 11 Science Assessments... It is important to note that students enrolled in a science course in the 11th grade have an opportunity to enhance their ability to be successful on the 11th grade exit level test.It is important to note that students enrolled in a science course in the 11th grade have an opportunity to enhance their ability to be successful on the 11th grade exit level test. Elective science courses such as Aquatic Science, Environmental Systems, Geology, Meteorology, and Oceanography (GMO) should stress connections to the TAKS objectives.Elective science courses such as Aquatic Science, Environmental Systems, Geology, Meteorology, and Oceanography (GMO) should stress connections to the TAKS objectives. By no means, however, does this imply that the curriculum for these courses should be changed so that they are TAKS science review or remediation courses.By no means, however, does this imply that the curriculum for these courses should be changed so that they are TAKS science review or remediation courses.

57. 6/22/01Texas Education Agency Implications of the New Graduation Requirements on Middle School Students Beginning 2004 incoming freshman will enter under new requirements which require 3 years of science.Beginning 2004 incoming freshman will enter under new requirements which require 3 years of science. Students beginning grade 6 in 2001-2002 will be the first students to be required to take at least 3 years of science.Students beginning grade 6 in 2001-2002 will be the first students to be required to take at least 3 years of science.

58. 6/22/01Texas Education Agency Professional Development Opportunities for Texas Science Teachers… Opportunities for Texas Science Teachers…

59. 6/22/01Texas Education Agency New!!! Texas Science Center for Professional Development and Assessment Bridging to TAKS institutesBridging to TAKS institutes Trainer of trainer modelTrainer of trainer model Administrator overviewAdministrator overview Presented in five sites: Brownsville, Dallas, El Paso, Houston, San AntonioPresented in five sites: Brownsville, Dallas, El Paso, Houston, San Antonio  Products to prepare for TAKS: 3 new charts

60. 6/22/01Texas Education Agency Training Schedule for Bridging to TAKS Science Education Service Center specialists (SESnet) at each of the twenty Education Service Centers have been trained and will be providing these sessions. Science Education Service Center specialists (SESnet) at each of the twenty Education Service Centers have been trained and will be providing these sessions. Over 100 administrators and over 150 Trainer of Trainer participants have the resources to deliver these sessions throughout the state.

61. 6/22/01Texas Education Agency CATS Project Comprehensive Assessment Training in Science Teacher as leader modelTeacher as leader model Administrator SymposiaAdministrator Symposia Parent nightsParent nights Presented in ten sites: Corpus Christi, Edinburg, El Paso, Houston, Kilgore, Lubbock, Richardson, San Angelo, San Antonio, WacoPresented in ten sites: Corpus Christi, Edinburg, El Paso, Houston, Kilgore, Lubbock, Richardson, San Angelo, San Antonio, Waco Products to prepare for TAKSProducts to prepare for TAKS –Coherent assessment techniques –Lesson templates –Guide to the TEKS

62. 6/22/01Texas Education Agency CATS Project Schedule: Teachers As Leaders Institutes CATS More than 1000 administrators were given insight into the resources and training available to their teachers, parents, and community members during April and May of 2001.More than 1000 administrators were given insight into the resources and training available to their teachers, parents, and community members during April and May of 2001. The “Teacher as Leaders” CATS training and resources will go out to over 1000 educators in the fall of 2001.The “Teacher as Leaders” CATS training and resources will go out to over 1000 educators in the fall of 2001. Check with your Education Service Center science specialist for details or call 210-208-8133 for dates and locations.Check with your Education Service Center science specialist for details or call 210-208-8133 for dates and locations.

63. 6/22/01Texas Education Agency Dana Center Professional Development in Science Toolkit: http://www.tenet.edu/teks/scienceToolkit: http://www.tenet.edu/teks/science Safety:workshops and handbookSafety:workshops and handbook TEKS charts: K-12 in color, and foldout formatsTEKS charts: K-12 in color, and foldout formats Family science: kits and workshopsFamily science: kits and workshops Leadership Academies:future leadershipLeadership Academies:future leadership TEXTEAMS: megavistas K-2, 3-5, 6-8TEXTEAMS: megavistas K-2, 3-5, 6-8 »Biology institutes: Fall ‘01 Trainer of trainer model in three sites: Trainer of trainer model in three sites: Fort Worth, Houston, Austin

64. 6/22/01Texas Education Agency SCIENCE TEXTEAMS Constancy and Change Constancy and Change Training on TEXTEAMS will continue year-round throughout the State! Contact 512-471-6191 or www.tenet.edu/teks/science for more details

65. 6/22/01Texas Education Agency Texas Regional Collaboratives for Excellence in Science Teaching High quality, sustained professional development in 20 sites around the stateHigh quality, sustained professional development in 20 sites around the state Statewide Marco Polo training, GLOBE training (www. Globe.gov), technology training;Statewide Marco Polo training, GLOBE training (www. Globe.gov), technology training; Teacher centered science content trainingTeacher centered science content training Collaborates with ESC, university, K-12 schools and districtsCollaborates with ESC, university, K-12 schools and districts Each of the 750 teachers involved in the program received 105 to 150 hours of professional development in physics concepts this year!Each of the 750 teachers involved in the program received 105 to 150 hours of professional development in physics concepts this year!

66. 6/22/01Texas Education Agency Detailed background information Student misconceptions identified Broad concepts explained The use of formative assessments Varied summative assessments The use of rubric assessments Student inquiry, problem solving, and critical thinking “Science for all” Professional Development Materials Include:

67. 6/22/01Texas Education Agency Professional Development Information disseminated on –S–S–S–Science educator guides –S–S–S–Sample items and format discussions –S–S–S–Scoring and understanding data –R–R–R–Reporting data Using the data to improve instruction...And...And Future Trends

68. 6/22/01Texas Education Agency Who To Contact: Center for Professional Development and AssessmentCenter for Professional Development and Assessment Anna McClane 713-744-6565 CATS ProjectCATS Project Joan Drennan-Taylor 210-208-8133 Dana CenterDana Center Mary Jane Schott Jim Collins Jim Collins512-471-6191 TSELA Barbara ten Brink 512-464-5077 Texas Regional Collaboratives Joel Blasingame 512-471-9279 TEA Science Staff Chris Castillo-Comer, Director of Science Irene Pickhardt, Assistant Director 512-463-9556 TEA Science Assessment Phyllis Kirkpatrick 512-682-2200