Dec 26, 2015
Program ReviewA systematic method of analyzing
components of an instructional program, including instructional practices, aligned and enacted curriculum, student work samples, formative and summative assessments, professional development and support services, and administrative supports and monitoring
KRS 158.6453 (1)(i)
Goals of Program ReviewsTo improve teaching and learning for all
students in all programs
To allow equal access to all students the skills that will assist them in being productive citizens
To allow students to demonstrate their understanding beyond a paper-and-pencil test
Action Timeline
Share Arts & Humanities Program Review with districts
April 2009
Develop Guiding Framework for all Program Reviews
Spring 2009
Disseminate Guiding Frameworks for all Program Reviews
Summer 2009
Develop Program Review Drafts Summer/Fall 2009
Action Timeline
Pilot Program Reviews in a small number of districts to gather evidence and further inform the design
Spring 2010
All schools have access to Program Reviews in draft form
Spring 2010
Revise Program Reviews based on pilot results
Spring 2010
Program reviews finalized; Professional Development provided to schools and districts
Spring/Summer 2010
All schools/districts implement Program Reviews for new state assessment system
2011-2012 School Year
StandardsCurriculum & Instruction
Formative & Summative Assessments
Professional Development & Support Services
Administrative/Leadership Support & Monitoring
GuidelinesNumber of Demonstrators
Learning Climate/Environment
Administrative Support
Identify Weaknesses
Characteristics
The ProcessEstablish Teams
School Visits by content teams
Writing Days
Virtual Writing and Revisions
Highlights for WritingPromotes a whole school vision for
developing students’ writing and communication skills to compete in the 21st century world
Moves expectations beyond simply writing on paper to communicating for a variety of purposes and audiences using a variety of technological modes
Highlights for WritingEmphasizes an assessment process which
informs instruction and allows students to take ownership of their learning
Sets the stage for whole school and on-going support through empowering teachers and administrators as instructional leaders, coaches, and collaborators
Highlights for Arts & HumanitiesA rigorous arts curriculum provides access to
a common academic core for all students as defined by state and national standards in the arts
Teachers examine and discuss student work and use this information to inform their practices
Highlights for Arts & HumanitiesStudents’ arts assessment is based on clearly-
defined standards that identify the skills and knowledge expected of students in each art form and for each arts course
Creating, performing and responding attainment levels are clearly communicated to the student, evidenced in classrooms, and observable in student work
Highlights for PL/CSOpportunity to showcase innovative
programming utilizing technology, project-based instruction and promoting student leadership and achievements.
Emphasis on collaboration with community/business partners, parents and other academic teachers is a key component
Emphasis on school leadership to support high quality instructional PL/CS programs
Highlights for PL/CSImportance of program related professional
development is a key component of the professional development plan
Provides an opportunity to integrate non-traditional types of assessments (e.g. technology driven projects, electronic portfolios and performance/skill based test)
How were schools chosen?
• 48 schools, 34 districts • Districts volunteered
– Some suggested schools and programs
• Remaining schools randomly selected• Equal distribution of:
– Geography– Grade level– Locale– Achievement– (Demographics & Size)
Web PageLocated under “Instructional Resources”
Find drafts of the Program Review documents
Dedicated email address for general inquiries
Will continue to be updated throughout the next few months
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