Proficiency Scales
A tutorial to using scales on an HRS campus
Proficiency Scales
In the levels of High Reliability Schools, proficiency scales typically fall into level 3 as campuses and districts determine what a guaranteed and viable curriculum is. However, it can also play a role in level 2 as part of effective teaching, especially since scales are included in the Art and Science framework in Element 1.
Because of that, proficiency scales are an important endeavor. We want you to use this as something to guide your campus in the consideration and creation of scales. These videos could be viewed individually and discussed during a PLC, viewed during a PLC or utilized in a campus-wide faculty meeting. The videos themselves are anywhere from 5 to 15 minutes. We have included the links to documents and materials you will need during Part 2.
A Quick Overview of Proficiency Scales
https://youtu.be/zhWsERDWAL8
Purpose: The Why of Developing Scales
https://youtu.be/4JOVN6aj2QA
Create: The What and How of Scale Development
Our Scale for Learning
You'll use this scale to assess where you are in terms of knowledge of proficiency scales.
Brainstorming Template
You'll use this template in Part 2 as you learn the steps to creating proficiency scales.
Scale Template
You'll need this template as you continue to work through Part 2 of the tutorial.
https://youtu.be/7SHp8_qslU8
Reflect: Differentiate between Learning Goals and Activities
https://youtu.be/Y4zeEIu8ZKM
Additional Resources
The Power of Proficiency Scales
5 Texas teachers share why they think proficiency scales are valuable.
Proficiency Scale Bank
These scales may not be aligned to TEKS, but they do provide a resource and example as you create your own.
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