Making Standards Work

by Reeves, Douglas B.

• ISBN13: 9780970945501
• ISBN10: 0970945507
• Edition: 3rd
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2001-12-01
• Publisher: Lead + Learn Pr

Summary

Rationale and step-by-step instructions for creating classroom assessments that accurately measure what students know and are able to do.

Table of Contents

Preface	xi
Introduction	1	(6)
Part One: Why Standards Matter
Tying the Bell on the Cat	7	(10)
Getting to Know Your Standards	17	(8)
Standards and Norms: What Is the Difference?	25	(10)
Standards-Based Assessments: The Key to Standards Implementation	35	(8)
Standards-Based Assessments: How Are They Better?	43	(6)
The Role of the Classroom Teacher	49	(8)
The Role of the Principal	57	(6)
The Role of the District	63	(8)
Measuring Standards Achievement	71	(10)
Validity and Reliability in Performance Assessments	81	(8)
The Role of National and State Standards	89	(8)
Part Two: Making Standards Work in the Classroom
Collaboration: The Key to Effective Staff Development	97	(6)
Step One: Pull the Weeds Before Planting the Flowers	103	(6)
Step Two: Identify the Primary Standard	109	(4)
Step Three: Develop an Engaging Scenario	113	(4)
Step Four: Develop Requirements for Students to Apply, Analyze, and Demonstrate Knowledge	117	(8)
Step Five: Develop Scoring Guides (Rubrics)	125	(4)
Step Six: Create a Model of Exemplary Student Work	129	(4)
Step Seven: Get Feedback	133	(6)
Step Eight: Clarify and Enrich the Assignment	139	(4)
Step Nine: The Acid Test --- Student Understanding and Use	143	(4)
Step Ten: Collaborate with Colleagues	147	(6)
Part Three: Making Standards Work in the District
Accountability: The Key to Public Acceptance	153	(8)
Organizing the District for Standards Implementation	161	(8)
Communicating about Standards with Parents and the Public	169	(6)
Responding to Constituent Challenges	175	(116)
Part Four: Reproducible Handouts, Appendices, Glossary
Reproducible Handouts	183	(20)
Appendices	203	(88)
Appendix A Performance Assessments	205	(62)
Appendix B Internet Links to State Standards	267	(4)
Appendix C Standards Implementation Checklist	271	(16)
Glossary	287	(4)
Bibliography	291	(4)
Index	295