scas panel session - unique solutions and practical ideas
DESCRIPTION
NAF developed a next-generation assessment system designed to model real-world demands, including the integrated application of academic, career-technical and workforce readiness skills. Designed to bridge the gap among high school career-technical programs, post-secondary course articulation, admission policies and workforce readiness, Student Certification Assessment System (SCAS) assesses a broad range of content and skills through rigorous end-of-course exams and evidence-based portfolios combined with supervisor and teacher feedback. This open and interactive panel session will explore benefits and opportunities while providing a problem-oriented approach to implementing and supporting SCAS. Panelists will represent different perspectives, and will be able to offer unique solutions and share practical ideas.TRANSCRIPT
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SCAS Panel Session: Unique Solutions and Practical Ideas
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Facilitator - Karlene McCormick Lee, Ed.D., NewLeef LLC
• Panelist Introductions• SCAS Overview • Panel Questions• Audience Questions • Submit Comment Cards
Session Process
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Panelist Introductions
• Laura Fidler• National Academy Foundation
• Carol Hedgspeth• WestED
• Kathy Horton• Homestead High School
• Debbie Moore• Raymond S. Kellis High School
• Peter Weinstein• Pearson Foundation
Our Panelists
• Is responsible for supporting the use of NAF curriculum, instructional, and assessment practices in addition to supporting the development of work-based plans.
Laura Fidler Instructional Manager, NAF
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• Conducts alignment and validation studies, and manages assessment development projects including the development of assessments for NAF SCAS.
Carol A Hedgspeth, PhDAssessment & Standards Development, WestEd
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• Provides leadership for NAF academies and teaches students how to be entrepreneurs by exposing them to the Entrepreneurship Curriculum.
Kathy HortonMiami-Dade Public Schools
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• Teaches students on our campus and involves them in community service through PBL. I get to help students find their career pathway!
Ms. Deb MooreMarketing Educator, Peoria School District, AZ
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• Leads the development and maintenance of the whole NAF Curriculum, which now includes 30 courses across four academy themes.
Peter Weinstein, MA Pearson Foundation
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SCAS Overview
NAF College and Career Readiness Credential
StudentCertificationAssessmentSystem
Getting Ready for the IAs
Student Certification Assessment System – SCAS• A Rigorous Certification• A Secure Assessment Program• A Measurement of College and Career
Readiness • Aligned with Industry Standards• Designed with National Curriculum and
Assessments Experts • Developed with NAF Network Input
What SCAS is…
• A Learning Management System• A District Student Information
System (SIS)• A Student Portfolio• A Lesson Planning Tool• A Formative Classroom
Assessment
What SCAS is NOT…
Issued upon graduation to a student who has:• Completed 4 NAF courses receive a
passing score on each of the 4 culminating projects and end-of-course exams or end of course exams in 2 year-long courses for AOE.
• Received a satisfactory rating on the internship assessment.
• Met all local high school graduation requirements.
SCAS Requirements…
• Online System• Policy and Practice• Training and Outreach• Value Add
Where NAF Is Going With SCAS
Support and Resources • Guide• FAQs • Videos• Webinars • Coaching• Professional development • Pilot Participation • Technical Support
Where To Find SCAS Information
• To participate in SCAS or for information about SCAS training, contact a member of your NAF Instructional Management Team.
• If you have questions about SCAS general practices or continue to have difficulty, please contact [email protected].
Where To Find SCAS Information
Panel Questions
Why is SCAS crucial to the NAF Model and students?
Question 1
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What practical ideas or tips can you share about using SCAS?
Question 2
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What challenges have you faced and overcome in using or working with SCAS? How did you resolve the challenges?
Question 3
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How do you or would you encourage and support the use of SCAS within a NAF academy?
Question 4
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What is one final thought or practical idea that you would like to share?
Question 5
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SCAS ?Just Ask.
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