Denver Public Schools Illuminating the revised framework Taking a Closer Look at I3 Exploring Instructional Methods and Pacing.

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Denver Public Schools• Illuminating the revised framework• Taking a Closer Look at I3• Exploring Instructional Methods and Pacing

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Content/Language Objective 1

• Participants will explain orally and in writing the intent of I.3 using target vocabulary from the revised framework with the whole group by:a) Highlighting key words in the

indicatorb) Creating a room chart with the

whole groupc) Discussing with the table group

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Agenda• Explore I.3, Instructional Methods and

Pacing • Identify intent of I.3• Discuss various instructional methods• Compare and contrast two lessons by

applying I.3 to videos• Identify what I.3 means for your lesson

planning and instruction

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Masterful Content Delivery

• The order of Indicators under the Instruction Domain represents the chronological order for how a teacher should effectively plan classroom lessons.

I.1• Develop Content / Language Objectives

I.2• Select / Create Tasks

I.3• Choose Instructional Method

I.4• Incorporate Opportunities to Develop and

Use Academic Language

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High Impact Instructional Moves

• High-Impact Instructional Moves: During instruction, effective teachers enact essential instructional moves (practices):

I.5• Use Formative Assessments to Check for

Understanding

I.6• Differentiate Data Based on the Checks

for Understanding

I.7• Provide Academic Feedback Based on

Student Responses

I.8

• Create Opportunities for Students to Communicate / Collaborate While Learning

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Content/Language Objective 1

• Participants will explain orally and in writing the intent of I.3 using target vocabulary from the revised framework with the whole group by:a) Highlighting key words in the

indicatorb) Creating a room chart with the

whole groupc) Discussing with the table group

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THINK, DISCUSS, SHARE

oTake 5 minutes , read through the Effective column of I.3 and highlight three words or phrases in each descriptor that capture the essence of that descriptor (bullet).

oTake 3 minutes and share the words you highlighted. Include rationale for your choices.

oWe will take 5 minutes and create a room chart of the key words you identified.

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I-3 Key WordsWord Rationale

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What is the Intent of I.3?

Discuss at your table, what you see as the intent of I.3.

Why was this indicator added to the revised Framework?

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Intent of I.3• Recognizes there is not one instructional method that

is “best” for all lessons• Recognizes the importance of lesson pacing on

student learning • Recognizes the importance of a teacher’s knowledge

of the content AND HOW this knowledge is being communicated to students (including ELL supports)

• Recognizes the importance of teachers making “in the moment” adjustments to the lesson structure/pacing based on student misconceptions or needs

• Recognizes the importance of clear and accurate communication and an appropriate balance of teacher talk vs. student talk

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Content/Language Objective 1

• Participants will explain orally and in writing the intent of I.3 using target vocabulary from the revised framework with the whole group by:a) Highlighting key words in the indicatorb) Creating a room chart with the whole

groupc) Discussing with the table group

Let’s review our objective for today- did we meet the objective? How has your thinking changed so far?

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What Are You Thinking?

Take 2 minutes and discuss with others at your tableoWhat are your initial thoughts about I.3? •Questions?•Comments?

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Content/Language Objective 2

• Participants will determine the level of effectiveness of two teachers lessons referencing observable evidence using observation evidence you collected:a) From the frameworkb) By categorizing evidence on a

graphic organizerc) By discussing rationale for

category placement with the whole group

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Applying I.3 to a Lesson

• We will view a clip from a 4th grade reading lesson• Your Job: oNote evidence you observe related to I-3

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Debriefing Lesson • Take a few minutes and record

your evidence for I.3 on Handout 1. • Take 10 minutes and discuss your

evidence with your group. Include rationale for the placement of your evidence.

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Performance Level for I.3

• What category does the evidence align to for I.3? • What evidence of the lesson

made the teacher’s instructional methods and pacing align to the category identified?

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Content/Language Objective 2

• Participants will determine the level of effectiveness of two teachers lessons referencing observable evidence using observation evidence you collected:a) From the frameworkb) By categorizing evidence on a

graphic organizerc) By discussing rationale for

category placement with the whole group

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Applying I.3 to a Lesson

• We will view a clip from a 3rd grade math lesson

• Your Job: oNote evidence you observe related to I-3

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Debriefing Lesson • Take a few minutes and record

your evidence for I.3 on Handout 1. • Take 10 minutes and discuss your

evidence with your group. Include rationale for the placement of your evidence.

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Performance Level for I.3

• What category does the evidence align to for I.3? • What elements of the lesson

made the teacher’s instructional methods and pacing align to the category identified?

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What Does This Mean for You?

How will you ensure that the delivery of your instruction and the pacing of your lessons are appropriate for the content you teach and the needs of your students?

What decisions will you need to make when planning?

What actions will you need to take during instruction?

SuHuPu- meet with a partner at least two tables away and talk about your revelations

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What are you thinking?

• What might be some evidence or example of I-3 in the classroom?

• How do you want to apply the concepts discussed tonight in your classroom to support your current practice with respect to I-3?

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Content/Language Objective 2

• Participants will determine the level of effectiveness of two teachers lessons referencing observable evidence using observation evidence you collected:a) Scripting I.3-related evidence while

watching two lesson videosb) Categorizing evidence on a graphic

organizerc) Discussing rationale for placement with

the whole groupLet’s review our objective for today- did we meet the objective? How has your thinking changed so far?

Thank you for your time with the revised Framework today!