ILEARN Checkpoint Mini Series: Maximizing DOE Assessment Tools
In this episode, Melissa introduces the ILEARN mini series, focusing on the resources provided by the Indiana Department of Education (DOE) for assessments, particularly the ILEARN checkpoints. She discusses the Indiana Learning Lab, the DOE assessment site, and the various resources available for educators. The conversation covers the importance of understanding test blueprints, reading comprehension specifications, and math assessment frameworks. Melissa emphasizes the significance of performance level descriptors and shares her initiative to create a comprehensive resource document for educators. She also invites listeners to join her educational awareness membership for additional support and resources.
Takeaways:
The ILEARN mini series aims to provide valuable resources for educators.
The Indiana Learning Lab is a free resource for educators and parents.
Linking the Indiana Learning Lab to the LVIS account simplifies professional growth tracking.
The DOE assessment site offers extensive resources for various assessments.
Understanding test blueprints is crucial for effective teaching and assessment preparation.
Reading comprehension specifications provide essential guidelines for educators.
Math assessment frameworks help teachers align their instruction with standards.
Performance level descriptors clarify student expectations and support targeted instruction.
A comprehensive resource document can streamline access to important educational materials.
Joining the educational awareness membership offers additional resources and community support.
Links
INLearningLab – Assessment Hub
Assessment Framework
I created a document with all this information in one place. I will be sharing that in my next episode. However, if you would like to have access to my entire ILEARN series and resources now, then I invite you to join the Educational Awareness membership for just $7 a month.
I want to connect with other Indiana educators both teachers and administrators. So, I created the Educational Awareness membership. We will have monthly coffee and conversation virtual chats on Google Meet. These are one-hour informal meetings where you can connect with colleagues across the state and collaborate. Members will also have access to all my spreadsheets and resources. Your monthly $7 membership fee helps cover the cost of hosting a website to house these resources and the podcast.
I’d love to connect with you and hope you can join. See you next time on Educational Awareness.
