Preparing for the edTPA

Catalog description

The edTPA, a performance assessment for beginning teachers, is a requirement for teacher certification in a number of states. Unlike past pencil-and-paper assessments, the edTPA is designed to be an authentic assessment of teaching skills and mindsets in the areas of planning, instruction, assessment, and reflection. This course will guide Relay students through the process of understanding the components, requirements, and skills embedded in the edTPA assessment to support their ability to curate a strong edTPA submission. The course will offer the opportunity to norm around rubric expectations, give and receive portfolio feedback, and reflect on their own practice to drive professional development. It is intentionally designed to support students in accessing and reviewing all of the supplementary resources in addition to their handbook, task-by-task, so that they can be more purposeful and strategic in their planning. By the end of this course, students should be ready to work on their own edTPA portfolio and feel confident in their ability to submit successfully.