Title: TEPSA.07
1TASSP ConferenceJune 14, 2007 Austin, Texas
Science Update
Presented by Chris Castillo Comer Director of
Science and Irene Pickhardt Assistant Director of
Science Division of Curriculum and Cyndi
Louden Assessment Division
2Science Update
This presentation is available online
at www.theTRC.org
- Discussion Items
- Curriculum Update
- Assessment Update
- SB 1032
- Test development
- TAKS results overview
- Resources
- Contact Info
3Review Process
Science TEKS
- The State Board of Education (SBOE) oversees all
aspects of the TEKS, including refinements/revisio
ns - Spring/Summer 2007
- The Science review process will begin this fall,
following the same process that occurred with the
mathematics and ELA/R TEKS - Science listservs will be sent requesting
feedback from the field regarding TEKS that may
need refinement and alignment - SBOE members nominate educators to serve on work
group committees
4Science TEKS
Projected Timeline
- September/October 2007
- SBOE work group members will convene in Austin to
review content of Science TEKS - Fall 2008
- Recommendations by the work group will be posted
in an online survey format - Feedback from the field will be solicited via
listservs for public input, conference
presentations, professional organization
newsletters, education service center
representatives, etc.
5Proposed SBOE timeline for revision process
Science TEKS
- Fall 2007 workgroups will convene in Austin
- Spring 2008 National content expert review
- Fall 2008 Science TEKS revisions adopted
- 2008 2009 professional development
- 2009 2010 revised TEKS implementation
6HB1 Requirements
- TEC 28.025(b-1) The State Board of Education by
rule shall require that -
- (1) the curriculum requirements for the
recommended and advanced high school programs
under Subsection (a) include a requirement that
students successfully complete four courses in
each subject of the foundation curriculum under
Section 28.002(a)(1) and
7Old and New RHSP- Science
- Old 3 credits,
- one of which must be Biology (and /or AP/IB)
- two of which are selected from
- IPC
- Chemistry, IB or AP Chemistry
- Physics, AP or IB Physics, or Principles of
Technology I
- New 4 credits,
- One of which must be Biology (and /or AP/IB
Biology) - Three of which are selected from a list of
options that will include IPC until SY 2012-2013
8DAP- Old and New
- New
- 4 credits of science, which must consist of a
biology credit (Biology, Advanced Placement (AP)
Biology, or International Baccalaureate (IB)
Biology), a chemistry credit (Chemistry, AP
Chemistry, or IB Chemistry), a physics credit
(Physics, AP Physics, or IB Physics), and an
additional approved laboratory-based science
course . (Note the deletion of Principles of
Technology here). After successful completion of
a biology course, a chemistry course, and a
physics course, a student may select the fourth
required credit from any of the following
lab-based courses
- Old
- 3 credits of science. One credit must be a
biology credit (Biology, Advanced Placement (AP)
Biology, or International Baccalaureate (IB)
Biology). Students must choose the remaining two
credits from the following areas. Not more than
one credit may be chosen from each of the areas
to satisfy this requirement. Students on the
Recommended High School Program are encouraged to
take courses in biology, chemistry, and physics
to complete the science requirements. - Integrated Physics and Chemistry (IPC)
- Chemistry, AP Chemistry, or IB Chemistry and
- Physics, Principles of Technology I, AP Physics,
or IB Physics.
9What does the phase-out of IPC mean?
- IPC will no longer satisfy the science
requirements in the RHSP after School Year
2011-2012 - Students on the RHSP and DAP could continue to
take the course for state elective credit - As of now, it remains an option for students on
the Minimum Plan - IPC will no longer satisfy the science
requirements in the DAP, effective SY 2007-2008
no phase-out
10New RHSP- Science
- When IPC is phased out, all students must select
- One credit from Biology, AP or IB Biology
- Two credits from
- Chemistry, IB or AP Chemistry
- Physics, AP or IB Physics, or Principles of
Technology I - A fourth credit from the following list
11RHSP- Science, 4th yr
- Fourth Year Science Credit Courses
- Chemistry
- Physics
- Astronomy
- Aquatic Science
- Environmental Systems
12RHSP- Science, 4th yr
- Newly named SBOE courses with a prerequisite of
Biology, Chemistry and Physics - Earth and Space Science which will replace GMO
- Engineering
- The SBOE has directed the TEA to write new TEKS
for these courses. The TEKS writing process for
these courses will begin this fall.
13RHSP- Science, 4th yr
- Also fourth year credit courses include
- Advanced Placement Biology
- Advanced Placement Chemistry
- Advanced Placement Physics
- Advanced Placement Environmental Science
- Dual Credit college science courses
14RHSP- Science, 4th yr
- Also, fourth year science credit courses will
include - International Baccalaureate Biology
- International Baccalaureate Chemistry
- International Baccalaureate Physics
- International Baccalaureate Environmental Systems
15RHSP- Science, 4th yr
- The following health science technology
education courses - Scientific Research and Design
- Anatomy and Physiology of Human Systems
- Medical Microbiology and Pathophysiology
- The following technology education/industrial
technology education courses - Principles of Technology
16Should IPC be taught in Grade 8?
- This is a local decision, however,
- Most experts agree that this may negatively
impact Grade 8 Science TAKS scores and the earth
science objective in particular. -
- 6-8th grade TEKS include foundational concepts
presented in various contexts to assure literacy
of those concepts. - Thus, compressing the science TEKS into two years
is not recommended.
17What sequence for science courses is best?
- That depends on your students, your staff, and
your facilities. - What will best suit your students abilities and
interests? - What certifications do your teachers possess?
- What does your science department endorse?
- What are the interests and goals of your science
teachers? - Are your science facilities adequate to support
more lab based science? - What equipment, materials and supplies are needed
to have a sustainable and rigorous science
program?
18Policy Implications High School
- Grades 9-12 minimum of 40 of instructional
time spent on lab and field investigations - Safety in the Labs should be paramount
- Crowding of students in science is dangerous!
- Science safety training is crucial.
- Plan for more students taking more science.
19The Burning Question Whats the Best Course
Sequence for Science?
- For all graduation plans, students are encouraged
to take Biology, Chemistry, and Physics by the
State Board of Education. - Students who take the Bio, Chem, and Physics
sequence perform better on SAT and ACT college
entrance tests according to college entrance
data. - Students who take the Bio, Chem, and Physics
sequence are better prepared for college work. - Some schools are considering the Physics first
approach. - Many schools are considering the conceptual
approach to teaching of physics and chemistry
Chris Comer
20 Conceptual resources
- The state of Texas has adopted textbooks and
instructional materials for conceptual approaches
to chemistry and physics and many schools have
adopted these materials. -
- Conceptual Chemistry adopted instructional
materials1. Chemistry in the Community by
Bedford, Freeman Worth2. Chemistry Concepts
and Applications by Glencoe/McGraw-Hill3.
Chemistry Applied and Descriptive by J.M. LeBel
Enterprises -
21Conceptual resources
- Conceptual Physics adopted instructional
materials1. Conceptual Physics by Prentice
Hall2. Physics Systems and Applications by
J.M. LeBel Enterprises -
- Some schools also use3. Cambridge Physics
Outlet (CPO) ScienceAdopted for Physics.
22Science Update
Science From TEKS To TAKS
Assessment Division 512-463-9536 Cyndi Louden
cyndi.louden_at_tea.state.tx.us
23SB 1031EOC Assessments
- Phase-out high school TAKS replaced with EOC
assessments in - Algebra I, Algebra II, and Geometry
- English I, English II, and English III
- Biology, Chemistry, and Physics
- U.S. History, World History, and World Geography
- Freshman class of 2011-2012 is first group to
have EOC as graduation requirement - To graduate, students must attain a cumulative
score 70n - n number of EOC assessments taken in each
subject
24SB 1031EOC Assessments
- Students must score at least 60 in order for it
to count towards their cumulative score - Students scoring below 60 shall retake the
assessment each time it is administered - Students scoring below 70 will receive
accelerated instruction - Any other student may retake an EOC assessment
for any reason.
25SB 1031EOC Assessments
- A students score on an EOC assessment shall be
worth 15 of the students final grade for that
course - A school district is not required to use the
students score on subsequent administrations to
determine the students final grade for that
course - A student is not required to retake a course as a
condition of retaking an EOC assessment
26SB 1031General Information
- Allows the agency to release assessment questions
every third year - Requires all assessments (grades 3-12) to be
developed in a manner that allows a measure of
annual student improvement - Requires a vertical scale in grades 3-8 for
mathematics and reading starting with the
2008-2009 school year - Prohibits schools from spending more than 10 of
the instructional year administering
district-required tests
27SB 1031General Information
- Establishes a committee to review the
accountability system and make recommendations to
the legislature - Requires the agency to conduct a survey and
prepare a report to determine the ability of
school districts to administer assessment
instruments by computer - Requires assessment instruments, starting in
2007-2008, to be administered at least two weeks
later than the date on which they were
administered in 2006-2007
282007-2008 Student Assessment Testing Calendar
- Is being revised due to legislative requirements
- Was reviewed by the District Advisory Committee
- Will be posted to our website for public comment
- Will be finalized and posted to our website ASAP
29Test Development Process
30Test Development Process
Items Revised Based on Input
Items Field Tested
31Test Development Process
Items Selected for Test Based on Blueprint
32Committee Participation
- Committee member selection based upon
demographics - Recommendation forms available at
http//www.tea.state.tx.us/student.assessment/deve
lop/recform.pdf
33TAKS-Inclusive
- Science Grades 5, 8, 10 and Exit Level
- For students working at or near grade level
- No field test items
- Larger font, more white space
- Expanded accommodations
- Same passing standards
34TAKS-Alt
- For the severely cognitively disabled students
- Online checklist of TEKS-based activities
- www.tea.state.tx.us/student.assessment/reporting/r
esults/item analysis/ index
35All Students 2006 (Percent)
TAKS Items Correct by Objectives
36Grade 8 Science TAKS
- School accountability ratings in 2008
- Covers TEKS from grades 6, 7 and 8
- Formula Chart with Ruler
- Periodic Table
- No calculators
37Demographic Summary
2006 TAKS Grade 8 (Percent Items Correct)
38Demographic Summary
2006 TAKS Grade 10 (Percent Items Correct)
39Demographic Summary
TAKS Grade 11 (Percent Items Correct)
40Assessment
- http//k12testing.tx.ncspearson.com/
- AssessmentResults/
41Physical Science Note
- 8th grade students did much better on Motion,
Forces, and Energy than Structures and Properties
of Matter - Least variation in Asian Scores (7)
- Most variation in White Scores (15)
- Other groups had score variations of 12 or 13,
including males, females, African Americans and
Hispanics
42Life Science Note
- In 11th grade all student groups had average
percent items correct about 10 points higher for
Interdependence of Organisms and the Environment
than for Organization of Living Systems
43Preparing for Science TAKS
Recommendations for resources and professional
development to help insure TAKS success
Irene Pickhardt Assistant Director of
Science irene.pickhardt_at_tea.state.tx.us
44Get Ready for TSDS!
TSDS
Welcome to the Texas Mathematics and Science
Diagnostic Systems
www.accesstsds.com
45What is TSDS?
TSDS
- Web-Based Diagnostic Assessment Tool
- Free to All Texas Public Charter Schools
- Part of the TEA Science Initiative
46How Can This Content be used?
TSDS
- Student Skills Diagnosis at Beginning of Year,
- Mid-Year, and End of Year, or any time in between
- Finding Knowledge Points of Departure
- Periodic Instructional Benchmarks
- Tests, Quizzes, Homework
47ASAP Program Funded for 07-09
- 2007-2009 Texas Accelerated Science Achievement
Program (ASAP), Cycle 2 Grant Application - The Texas Education Agency is requesting
applications to provide funding for the
implementation of scientific, research-based
programs designed to improve the academic science
performance of students, including programs
designed to address the gender gap in
performance. This program will fund grants
designed to provide after school and summer
intervention programs for students through the
Texas Accelerated Science Achievement Program,
Cycle 2. - Eligibility This is a competitive grant program.
Districts must submit applications on behalf of
eligible campuses. Campuses will receive
individual scores based on PEIMS data and will
then be ranked based on campus score, not overall
applicant (or district) score. -
- Application Deadline June 12, 2007 Total
Amount 4,030,491.00
48Certifications
- 19 TAC Chapter 230.601(f)
- Assignment of Public School Personnel
- Part I
- Requirements for Assignment of Teachers
http//info.sos.state.tx.us/fids/19_0230_0601-3.do
c
49Certifications
- Environmental Systems
- AP Environmental Science
- IB Environmental Systems
- Science Grades 8-12
- Life Science Gr. 8-12
- Science Composite
- Science
- Any science teaching field with 12 hours in
environmental science and/or ecology.
- GMO
- Science Grades 8-12
- Earth Science
- Science, Composite
- Science
- Aquatic Science
- Science Grades 8-12
- Life Science gr. 8-12
- Earth Science
- Composite Science
50Anatomy and Physiology of Human Systems, Medical
Microbiology, Pathophysiology Certifications
Certifications
- Science gr. 8-12
- Life Science gr. 8-12
- Biology
- Science Composite
- Science
- Vocational Health Occupations
- Vocational Health Occupations/Cooperative
Training - Vocational Health Occupations/Pre-Employment Lab
- Vocational Handicapped Health
- Health Science Technology
51Certifications
- Physics, AP Physics, IB Physics
- Science, Gr. 8-12
- Physical Science, Gr. 8-12
- Physics/Mathematics Gr. 8-12
- Mathematics/Physical Science/Engineering Gr.
8-12 - Physics
- Science Composite
- Science
- Chemistry, AP Chemistry, IB Chemistry
- Science, Gr. 8-12
- Chemistry, Gr. 8-12
- Chemistry
- Science, Composite
- Science
- Biology, AP Biology, IB Biology
- Science, Gr. 8-12
- Life Science, 8-12
- Biology
- Science Composite
- Science
52Science Facilities for the 4X4
- What are the Burning Questions on Science
Facilities? - What are the basic requirements?
- What facilities are recommended?
- Health and safety considerations
- How do outdoor learning areas fit in?
- Can the Texas High School Allotment be used for
construction?
53Square Foot Requirements Combination Science
Lab/Classrooms/ Separate Science Labs.
Minimum Sq. Ft Req./up to students 22 (Ele) 24 (Sec) Elementary 900 sq.ft./ 800 sq. ft. Middle 1,200 sq. ft./ 900 sq. ft. H.S. 1,400 sq. ft./ 1000 sq. ft.
of sq. ft. space added per student in excess 41/ 36 50/ 38 58/ 42
54TAKS Information Booklets
- Objectives and TEKS student expectations
- Clarification on TEKS
- Overview of the subject area
- Reasons why each objective and TEKS student
expectation are critical to student success - Sample items showing how objectives might be
assessed - All teachers should have a copy
55Available online!
- Study Guides are provided to students who do
not meet the standard.
www.tea.state.tx.us/student.assessment/resources/g
uides/study/
56Resources Needed In Each School
Also available online www.tenet.edu/teks/science/
safety
57Secondary Science
- Vertical Alignment Chart for High School Science
- Has TAKS OBJECTIVES and
- TEKS Student Expectations
- Gives highlights from TAKS
To Order http//www.region4store.com/esc/Shop
58Professional Development
University of Texas Charles A. Dana Center
Austin, Texas
- Science TEKS ToolkitIdeas for teaching TEKS
- www.sciencetekstoolkit.org
- Texas Safety Standards Training and Manual
- Science Facilities Standards Training and
Manual - TEXTEAMS Content Professional Development
- TEKS Strands, TAKS and Formula Charts
- Elementary Assessments Training
- www.utdanacenter.org
59Professional Development
http//ci06.edb.utexas.edu/trc/presentationlibrary
.html
The TRC Presentation LibraryThe Texas Regional
Collaboratives for Excellence in Science Teaching
is pleased to host the following presentations
for our science and mathematics education
communities. The library contains presentations
by TEA leadership.
60Strategies for English Language Learners in
Science
Professional Development provided for all
ESCs For more information, contact, Haidee
Williams at hwilliam_at_sedl.org
61State Science Conference
Professional Development for Teachers Sessions
for Administrators Register at www.statweb.org
62Science List Serve
www.tea.state.tx.us/list/
63Who To Contact
Division of Curriculum 512-463-9581
- Irene Pickhardt
- Assistant Director
- irene.pickhardt_at_tea.state.tx.us
- Chris Castillo-Comer
- Director of Science
- chris.comer_at_tea.state.tx.us
Assessment Division 512-463-9536 Cyndi
Louden cyndi.louden_at_tea.state.tx.us