A Team Approach to Data-Quiz

What is the main focus of the collaboration around data for the Algebra I team? 

• • Reciting the mantra of using data to drive instruction. 

• • Conducting weekly quizzes to gather data on student performance.

• • To determine which students performed the best on the quiz. 

• • Improving instruction based on student data. 

Which of the following best describes how teachers collaborate around data to improve instruction? 

• • Teachers attend interviews and recite the mantra of using data to drive instruction. 

• • Teachers sit around a table and discuss student papers to identify common errors and brainstorm strategies. 

• • Teachers form an idealized imaginary team to improve instruction. 

• • Teachers use portable document projectors to share student papers with each other. 

In which section can the reader find information about the praise, prompt and leave method?  

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• • Resist reinstructing the stuck student  

• • Data Key to Improving Student Outcomes  

• • Smart Goals

• • Variety of Protocols

The diagram on page 28 helps the reader understand -  

• Data

• Protocols  

• Smart Goals  

• Teaching styles  

In paragraph 2 the main purpose is -  

 

• fellowship as a grade level team

• to show common patters of errors and misunderstandings 

• brainstorming lesson plan activities and projects  

• strategies to address behavior concerns  

What does the information in paragraph 6 suggest about a 3-question quiz? 

 

• This strategy is ineffective and does not provide appropriate data 

• Less class time and more focus, effective discussion for collaboration 

• This summative assessment drives instruction 

• Consistent with the research findings

1. What are different types of protocols that can be used for collaboration and improvement of instruction? 

• 1. Grading protocols 

• 2. Lecture protocols 

• 3. Homework protocols 

• 4. Discussion protocols 

4. What is an example of using data to drive instruction? 

• 1. Teachers assigning homework to students 

• 2. Teachers giving lectures to students 

• 3. Teachers discussing student papers and identifying patterns of error 

• 4. Teachers grading exams 

5. What are the benefits of using protocols and common assessments in a math department? 

• 1. It provides a consistent framework for assessment and academic improvement 

• 2. It allows teachers to assign more homework to students 

• 3. It increases the workload for teachers 

• 4. It helps teachers avoid collaboration and discussion 

8. What is the concept of frequent feedback to students and its impact on achievement? 

• 1. Teaching the same grade level 

• 2. Administering district benchmark tests 

• 3. Having weekly discussions about student work 

• 4. Improving student success