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National Board Certification A Symbol of Excellence in Teaching Linda Bauld, NBCT Director, National Board Resource Center Stanford University [email protected] As we wait, think of a teacher that made a huge impact on you. Be ready to share one quality of that teacher. By PesenterMedia.com

Goal: To understand about NB Certification, what is required to certify, where to get help, and be able to decide if its right for you. What is National Board Certification? Benefits to Being an NBCT Details about the process Thinking Like an NBCT Experiencing the Architecture of Accomplished Teaching Using the Five Core Propositions

Over 108,000 NBCTs since 1992 37 states recognize National Board certification as a complete credential A network of accomplished teachers who are taking leadership roles and affecting policy A way to develop, recognize, and retain accomplished teaching Rigorous, high standards, created by teachers, scored by teachers What is National Board Certification?

Why Pursue NB Certification? Impacts student learning Collaboration with accomplished colleagues Integrate Common Core standards Opportunity to clarify and affirm your practice Changes the school culture Being an NBCT opens doors Increased compensation Continuing education quarter units Change our profession!

Spreading instructional expertise Getting board- certified Building practice to an accomplished level Our goal: A strengthened career continuum for all teachers 123 Pre-service teacher Professional teacher Teacher leader Master teacher School leader Board-certified teacher Novice teacher ResidencyInduction

Eligibility Bachelors degree Three years of teaching/ counseling Valid state or school counseling license (or you have taught where a license is not required and the school is approved by the state Questions about eligibility call (800) 22- TEACH

From Guide to National Board Certification

Four Components: Three years For 2015-16 candidates may decide to complete Component 1, 2 and/or 3. Each component costs $475.

Intensely reflective Analytical Technology intensive Collaborative Provides a clear picture of accomplished teaching Shows how you impact student learning Risky, scary, builds personal courage! The Certification Process

Component 1: Content Knowledge Computerized, testing center that involves 45 selected response items, and 3- 30 minutes constructed response prompts. Stanfords program involves practicing the 30 minute exercises, creating prompts, and sharing study materials

Component 2: Differentiation in Instruction Involves analyzing student work and making instructional changes that increase student learning. Involves 11-13 pages of writing. Stanfords program involves practicing the Collaborative Protocol found at nsrfharmony.org, setting goals aligned with student needs, and using assessments that inform instruction.nsrfharmony.org

Use the Architecture of Accomplished Teaching to think like a National Board candidate Think of a lesson you recently taught and describe it. Explain the goal and why it was important Describe the instructional strategies you used and why. Were your students successful? How do you know? Share one challenge of the lesson with your group

Writing and Analyzing Like a National Board Candidate Read the writing and answer the questions in your small group.

Component 3: Teaching Practice and Learning Environment Involves making two short videos that show evidence of how you create a learning environment and make instructional decisions that increase student learning. Involves 11-13 pages of writing. Stanfords program involves practicing analyzing video, setting goals aligned with student needs, and using assessments that inform instruction.

Component 4: Effective and Reflective Practitioner Involves showing evidence of how you impact student learning in your professional development, leadership, and working with families and the community. Stanfords program involves helping you determine the best activities, providing collaboration around the writing and analysis of your work. Look for field test opportunities next year!field test

2013-14 Had to finish everything in one year $2,500 10 scored items: 4 portfolio entries, Assessment Center--6 exercises More options for educators, three years to complete Less expensive, $475 per component 4 scored items: 3 portfolio entries, Assessment Center 3 exercises and 45 multiple choice Same standards and rigor 2014-15, 2015-16, AND 2016-17 Why the Change in 2014-2015? Goal: Open NB Certification to more teachers without lowering the rigor

Five Core Propositions Proposition 1: Teachers are committed to students and learning Proposition 2: Teachers know the subjects they teach and how to teach those subjects to their students Proposition 3: Teachers are Responsible for Managing and Monitoring Student Learning. Proposition 4: Teachers Think Systematically about Their Practice and Learn from Experience. Proposition 5: Teachers are Members of Learning Communities.

Component 1,2- http://www.boardcertifiedteacher.org/certificate-areashttp://www.boardcertifiedteacher.org/certificate-areas Component 3- http://boardcertifiedteacher.org/national-board-field-testshttp://boardcertifiedteacher.org/national-board-field-tests Certificate Areas and Standards

Choose your certificate area If youre not sure open up Choosing the Right Certifcate Choosing the Right Certifcate Review the short desprition of the standards for your certificate. Next Step: Look at the handout with the list of certificates.

From Guide to National Board Certification Dates for the 2015-2016 Assessment Cycle

What Support is Available? TimeGuidanceCollaboration Ask for release timeJoin a support network- Marin County? Get colleagues to join you Limit outside commitments Stanford CTA ask for it! Connect with teachers in NB Google Groups Plan out your planWhat Works! By Bobbie Faulkner District support network

What Support is Available at Stanford? TimeGuidanceCollaboration 7+ SaturdaysMentored with support providers Work in groups to read each others work Cost: $400 first year, $200 for each year after- payment due in October Up to 10 continuing education quarter units EACH year for a cost of $75 total EACH year. Register at http://nbrc.stanford.edu/

Enjoy breakfast!

Gather as a large group first to learn about the process

Work with an NBCT Support Provider

Collaborate and support other teachers in your field

Attend from a distance using webinar tools and Google Docs

Questions? Dont go back and forth! Yes! No! For more information or to register with NBPTS: http://www.boardcertifiedteacher s.org/