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Where do I start? TEKS Resource System is the when and what you teach. If you teach Reading, Math, Science or Social Studies this is where you go first to get your Year at a Glance and Instructional Focus Document for each unit. | Creating Assessments - Unit Tests BISD requires that teachers put all unit assessments into DMAC for data analysis. We will not be doing CBA's, but more frequent unit assessments for timely formative feedback and due to the switch to 9 weeks grading periods. This year students can take the test online and accommodations are embedded. 17 Minute Video Test Creation to Data DMAC Resources and Video Tutorials for each application | Data Driven Instruction BISD utilizes the Data Driven Instruction process for unit assessment creation, planning through backward design, giving assessments and then reflecting on the data. Unit assessments and Universal Screeners of NWEA MAP are used for PLC data talks. |
Where do I start?
Creating Assessments - Unit Tests
17 Minute Video Test Creation to Data
DMAC Resources and Video Tutorials for each application
Data Driven Instruction
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High Reliability Schools & New Art and Science of TeachingThe Marzano structure helps BISD schools coordinate – not replace – its many best-practices initiatives. All BISD are level 1 (safe, supportive and collaborative culture) and level 2 (effective teaching in every classroom) certified. New Art and Science of Teaching is research-based instructional strategies teachers can use to help students grasp the information and skills transferred through their instruction. | Fundamental 5 Fundamental 5 is combining lesson frames, working in the power zone, frequent, small-group, purposeful talk, recognition and reinforcement and critical writing to create a formula for quality instruction. These 5 critical practices are reflected in your lesson plans. | T-TESS The Texas Teacher Evaluation and Support System (T-TESS) focuses on providing continuous, timely and formative feedback to educators so they can improve their practice. BISD uses this evaluation system to grow our staff and to assure our vision is implemented in the classroom. All TTESS goals, observations, and conferences are recorded in DMAC. Rubric with 4 Domains and 16 Dimensions |
High Reliability Schools & New Art and Science of Teaching
The Marzano structure helps BISD schools coordinate – not replace – its many best-practices initiatives.
All BISD are level 1 (safe, supportive and collaborative culture) and level 2 (effective teaching in every classroom) certified.
New Art and Science of Teaching is research-based instructional strategies teachers can use to help students grasp the information and skills transferred through their instruction.
Fundamental 5
T-TESS
Rubric with 4 Domains and 16 Dimensions
Tie it all together!
By centering our narrative around the 4 words (Safety, Performance, Engagement, Collaboration) and building a culture for BISD through our values and practices to produce the best #Bowiebuilt students possible.
BISD Curriculum and Instruction