Aligning Core Course Assignments with EdTPA Expectations
- Welcome & Introductions (5 minutes)
- a. Facilitators introduce themselves and their externship role
- b. Brief purpose of the meeting
- c. Invite instructors to introduce themselves and share what course(s) they teach
- Student Perspective & Context (5 minutes)
- a. Partner shares student story from New Orleans conference
- b. Emphasize the opportunity to improve student preparedness and confidence
- EdTPA Overview and Department Vision (10 minutes)
- a. Open discussion: What do you know about EdTPA?
- b. Quick verbal summary of the 3 tasks (Planning, Instruction, Assessment)
- c. Share department’s goal of embedding EdTPA-style tasks in coursework
- d. Emphasize that this is not about adding work—but shifting how we support students
- Small Group Brainstorm: Course Connection (15 minutes)
- a. Prompt:
- -- Where does your current course content naturally connect to EdTPA tasks?
- -- What assignments could be slightly adjusted to reflect EdTPA expectations?
- -- Optional use of a worksheet or collaborative doc to record ideas
- Share Out & Group Discussion (10 minutes)
- a. Ask groups to share one alignment idea or challenge
- b. Record on chart paper or shared doc under categories:
- -- Ideas for Alignment
- -- Support Needed
- Gathering Feedback: Instructor Needs (10 minutes)
- a. Open discussion:
- -- What resources or support would help you align your course?
- -- What questions or concerns do you have?
- -- Optional collection of feedback via exit slip or digital form
- Next Steps & Close (5 minutes)
- a. Recap of key takeaways
- b. Share planned follow-up (individual support, shared resource folder, etc.)
- c. Thank attendees for their time and collaboration
- d. Provide contact information for follow-up
About Aligning Core Course Assignments with EdTPA Expectations
The meeting agenda focuses on aligning core course assignments with EdTPA expectations to better prepare students for success. Facilitated by Ed Leadership Doctoral Externs, the agenda includes activities such as small group brainstorming, sharing alignment ideas, gathering feedback on instructor needs, and planning next steps.
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