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Adelphi University
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EDLD 5311
TExES 268 Pre-Assessment
This assessment will be used as a diagnostic tool to for you to create an individualized plan for preparation for certification.
Instructions:
1. Log your answers in the appropriate column on the Key and Rationale Table.
2. Mark your answers correct or incorrect.
3. Fill in the Pillars Score Table, Domain Score Table, and Competencies Score Table according to your correct and incorrect answers from the Key and Rationale Table.
4. In the Table provided, rank each area of need from highest to lowest (highest being your weakest area), according to your scores for Pillars, Domains, and Competencies.
Key and Rationale Table
|
Question Number |
Your Answer |
Correct Answer |
Rationale |
Pillar |
Domain |
Competency |
|
1 |
|
C |
|
-Data-Driven Instruction -Observation and Feedback -Professional Development |
II |
004 |
|
2 |
|
3, 1, 2 |
|
-Professional Development |
III |
005 |
|
3 |
|
C |
|
-Professional Development |
III |
005 |
|
4 |
|
B |
|
-Professional Development |
III |
005 |
|
5 |
|
A |
|
-Communication of Stakeholders -School Vision and Culture |
I |
001 |
|
6 |
|
1, 4 and 5 |
|
-Hiring, Selection, and Retention -Professional Development |
III |
006 |
|
7 |
|
A |
|
-Communication of Stakeholders -School Vision and Culture |
I |
001 |
|
8 |
|
C |
|
-Data-Driven Instruction -Observation and Feedback -Professional Development |
II |
004 |
|
9 |
|
B |
|
-Communication with Stakeholders -School Vision and Culture |
I |
001 |
|
10 |
|
A, C |
|
-Data-Driven Instruction -Observation and Feedback -Professional Development |
II |
004 |
|
11 |
|
Rows 1 and 3 |
|
-Communication with Stakeholders
|
I |
002 |
|
12 |
|
See Rationale. |
|
-Curriculum Alignment -Observation and Feedback |
II |
003 |
|
13 |
|
B |
|
-Diversity and Equity |
VI |
011 |
|
14 |
|
A |
|
-Diversity and Equity |
VI |
011 |
|
15 |
|
A |
|
-Data-Driven Instruction -Observation and Feedback -Professional Development |
II |
004 |
|
16 |
|
D |
|
-Hiring, Selection, and Retention -Professional Development |
III |
006 |
|
17 |
|
B and E |
|
-Professional Development -School Vision and Culture -Strategic Problem-Solving |
V |
009 |
|
18 |
|
C |
|
-Curriculum Alignment -Observation and Feedback |
II |
003 |
|
19 |
|
See Rationale |
|
-Curriculum Alignment -Observation and Feedback |
II |
003 |
|
20 |
|
C and D |
|
-Strategic Problem-Solving |
IV |
008 |
|
21 |
|
B and D |
|
-Data-Driven Instruction -Observation and Feedback -Professional Development |
II |
004 |
|
22 |
|
A |
|
-Hiring, Selection, and Retention -Professional Development |
III |
006 |
|
23 |
|
C |
|
-Hiring, Selection, and Retention -Professional Development |
III |
006 |
|
24 |
|
See Rationale |
|
-Curriculum Alignment -Observation and Feedback |
II |
003 |
|
25 |
|
D |
|
-Hiring, Selection, and Retention -Professional Development |
III |
006 |
|
26 |
|
A, D, and E |
|
-Data-Driven Instruction -Observation and Feedback -Professional Development |
II |
004 |
|
27 |
|
B |
|
-Curriculum Alignment -Observation and Feedback |
II |
003 |
|
28 |
|
B, C, and D |
|
-Data-Driven Instruction -Observation and Feedback -Professional Development |
II |
004 |
|
29 |
|
D and E |
|
-Data-Driven Instruction -Observation and Feedback -Professional Development |
II |
004 |
|
30 |
|
A |
|
-Hiring, Selection, and Retention -Professional Development |
III |
006 |
|
31 |
|
A |
|
-Communication with Stakeholders |
IV |
007 |
|
32 |
|
C and E |
|
-Communication with Stakeholders |
IV |
007 |
|
33 |
|
See Rationale |
|
-Communication with Stakeholders
|
I |
002 |
|
34 |
|
A, C, and D |
|
-Curriculum Alignment -Observation and Feedback |
II |
003 |
|
35 |
|
B |
|
-Professional Development |
III |
005 |
|
36 |
|
C |
|
-Professional Development |
III |
005 |
|
37 |
|
A |
|
-Professional Development |
III |
005 |
|
38 |
|
See Rationale |
|
-Curriculum Alignment -Observation and Feedback |
II |
003 |
|
39 |
|
A |
|
-Strategic Problem-Solving |
V |
010 |
|
40 |
|
A |
|
-Strategic Problem-Solving |
V |
010 |
|
41 |
|
A, B, and E |
|
-Communication of Stakeholders -School Vision and Culture |
I |
001 |
|
42 |
|
See Rationale |
|
-Communication with Stakeholders
|
I |
002 |
|
43 |
|
C |
|
-Hiring, Selection, and Retention -Professional Development |
III |
006 |
|
44 |
|
A, B, and E |
|
-Communication with Stakeholders
|
I |
002 |
|
45 |
|
C |
|
-Communication of Stakeholders -School Vision and Culture |
I |
001 |
|
46 |
|
B |
|
-Strategic Problem-Solving |
V |
010 |
|
47 |
|
See Rationale |
|
-Diversity and Equity |
VI |
011 |
|
48 |
|
A, C, and E |
|
-Communication with Stakeholders |
IV |
007 |
|
49 |
|
A |
|
-Strategic Problem-Solving |
IV |
008 |
|
50 |
|
D |
|
-Professional Development -School Vision and Culture -Strategic Problem-Solving |
V |
009 |
|
51 |
|
D |
|
-Diversity and Equity |
VI |
011 |
|
52 |
|
D |
|
-Diversity and Equity |
VI |
011 |
|
53 |
|
D |
|
-Professional Development -School Vision and Culture -Strategic Problem-Solving |
V |
009 |
|
54 |
|
D |
|
-Professional Development |
III |
005 |
|
55 |
|
B |
|
-Strategic Problem-Solving |
IV |
008 |
|
56 |
|
C |
|
-Professional Development |
III |
005 |
|
57 |
|
See Rationale |
|
-Professional Development |
III |
005 |
Rubric
Use the following Rubric to guide your work on the Week 2 Assignment.
|
Tasks ê |
Accomplished The evidence suggests that this work is a “Habit of Mind.” The educator is ready to mentor others in this area. |
Proficient The evidence suggests that performance on this work matches that of a strong educator. |
Needs Improvement The evidence does not yet make the case for the educator being proficient at this task. |
Unacceptable The evidence suggests that the candidate did not complete the required assignment |
|
Score Tables |
All of information in tables (Pillars, Domains, Competencies) is completed, including number of questions answered correctly for each and percentage calculated.
40-45 points |
Most of the information in tables (Pillars, Domains, Competencies) is completed, including number of questions answered correctly for each and percentage calculated.
35-39 points |
The majority of the information in the tables (Pillars, Domains, Competencies) is completed, including number of questions answered correctly for each and percentage calculated.
30-34 points |
Less than the majority to none of the information in the tables (Pillars, Domains, Competencies) is completed, including number of questions answered correctly for each and percentage calculated.
0-29 points |
|
Analysis and Synthesis |
Areas of need are ranked for Pillars, Domains, and Competencies from highest to lowest. All are listed in each category, including the competency statement. The ranking is logical for the pre-assessment exam results.
40-45 points |
Most areas of need are ranked for Pillars, Domains, and Competencies from highest to lowest. Most are listed in each category, including the competency statement. The ranking is logical for the pre-assessment exam results.
35-39 points |
The majority of needs are ranked for Pillars, Domains, and Competencies from highest to lowest. The majority are listed in each category, the competency statements may not be included. The ranking is somewhat logical for the pre-assessment exam results. . 30-34 points |
Less than the majority to none of the needs are ranked for Pillars, Domains, and Competencies from highest to lowest. Less than the majority to none are listed in each category, including the competency statement. The ranking may not be logical for the pre-assessment exam results.
0-29 points |
|
Assignment Mechanics |
Less than 3 errors in grammar, spelling, or punctuation.
|
4-5 errors in grammar, spelling, or punctuation.
7-8 points |
More than 5 errors in grammar, spelling, or punctuation.
5-6 points |
Numerous errors in grammar, spelling, or punctuation or assignment was not submitted.
0-4 points |
Part 1: Complete the Pillars, Domains, and Competencies Tables
Use the Key and Rationale Table to identify your score for each Pillar in the Table below.
Pillars Score Table
|
Pillars |
Score (# correct/possible number = %) |
|
Communication with Stakeholders |
_____/12=____% |
|
Curriculum Alignment |
_____/7=_____% |
|
Diversity and Equity |
_____/5=_____% |
|
Data-Driven Instruction |
_____/8=_____% |
|
Hiring, Selection, and Retention |
_____/7=_____% |
|
Observation and Feedback |
_____/15=____% |
|
Professional Development |
_____/27=____% |
|
School Vision and Culture |
_____/8=_____% |
|
Strategic Problem-Solving |
_____/9=_____% |
Use the Key and Rationale Table to identify your score for each Domain in the Table below.
Domains Score Table
|
Domains |
Score (# correct/possible number = %) |
|
Domain I: School Culture |
_____ /9=_____% |
|
Domain II: Leading Learning |
_____ /15=_____% |
|
Domain III: Human Capital |
_____ /16=_____% |
|
Domain IV: Executive Leadership |
______ /6=_____% |
|
Domain V: Strategic Operations |
______ /6=_____% |
|
Domain VI: Ethics, Equity and Diversity |
______ /5=____% |
Use the Key and Rationale Table to identify your score for each Competency in the Table below.
Competencies Score Table
|
Competencies |
Score (# correct/possible number = %) |
|
001: The entry-level principal knows how to establish and implement a shared vision and culture of high expectations for all stakeholders. |
_____ /5=_____% |
|
002: The entry-level principal knows how to work with stakeholders as key partners to support student learning. |
_____ /4=_____% |
|
003: The entry-level principal knows how to collaboratively develop and implement high-quality instruction. |
_____ /7=_____% |
|
004: The entry-level principal knows how to monitor and assess classroom instruction to promote teacher effectiveness and student achievement. |
______ /8=_____% |
|
005: The entry-level principal knows how to provide feedback, coaching, and professional development to staff through evaluation and supervision, knows how to reflect on his/her own practice, and strives to grow professionally. |
______ /9=_____% |
|
006: The entry-level principal knows how to promote high-quality teaching by using selection, placement, and retention practices to promote teacher excellence and growth. |
______ /7=_____% |
|
007: The entry-level principal knows how to develop relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including selecting appropriate communication strategies for particular audiences. |
______ /3=_____% |
|
008: The entry-level principal knows how to focus on improving student outcomes through organizational collaboration, resiliency, and change management. |
______ /3=_____% |
|
009: The entry-level principal knows how to collaboratively determine goals and implement strategies aligned with the school vision that support teacher effectiveness and positive student outcomes. |
______ /3=_____% |
|
010: The entry-level principal knows how to provide administrative leadership through resource management, policy implementation, and coordination of school operations and programs to ensure a safe learning environment. |
______ /3=_____% |
|
011: The entry-level principal knows how to provide ethical leadership by advocating for children and ensuring student access to effective educators, programs, and services. |
______ /5=_____% |
Part 2: Rank Areas of Need
Areas of Need Ranking Table
(cells will expand to fit text)
|
Rank Highest Need to Lowest Need (weakest area listed 1st) |
Pillars: Rank 1 – 9 (ex: Curriculum Alignment) |
Domains: Rank 1 – 6 (ex: Executive Leadership) |
Competencies: Rank 1 – 11 (ex: 003: The entry-level principal knows how to collaboratively develop and implement high-quality instruction.) |
|
1 |
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2 |
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3 |
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4 |
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5 |
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6 |
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7 |
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8 |
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9 |
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10 |
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11 |
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Part 3: Synthesis of Pre-Assessment
Synthesize the ranked needs from each column above to answer the following questions:
1. In a paragraph of at least 200 words, what is the overarching concept that you need to learn the most about as you prepare to be a principal and instructional leader, according to the Areas of Need Ranking Table? Include the following information:
a. State the concept that is the highest level of need.
b. Provide specific evidence from each the score tables (pillars, domains, competencies)
2. In a paragraph of at least 200 words, what is the set of skills you need to develop most, according to the Areas of Need Ranking Table? Include the following information:
a. State the concept that is the highest level of need.
b. Provide specific evidence from each the score tables (pillars, domains, competencies)
3. In addition to this program’s content courses, what resources from the following categories will you use to develop these skills?
List your answers under each category
a. People:
b. Activities:
c. Literature:
d. Any other resources (optional):
4. How will you hold yourself accountable for attaining mastery of these skills?
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