Session Descriptions

Tuesday, July 10, 2007– Full-Day Workshops

The first day of the 2007 Summer Institute will consist of three full-day workshops. Participants will pick one workshop to attend on Tuesday.

Choose 1 to attend for the entire day

Using Curriculum-Based Measurement for Progress Monitoring in Written Expression

In this session, practitioners and administrators will learn the skills they need to implement Curriculum-Based Measurement (CBM) in written expression and spelling for elementary schoolers. Participants will learn how to administer and score written expression and spelling CBM at different grade levels for both individuals and groups of students. Use of the CBM data to graph and monitor individual and group progress will be covered, as well as the application of decision rules for instructional intervention for students who do not meet goals for progress. This session is appropriate for administrators and service providers who are familiar with progress monitoring in math and/or reading.

Introduction to Using Curriculum-Based Measurement for Progress Monitoring in Reading

This session will provide a wealth of information regarding the benefits and purpose of Curriculum-Based Measurement (CBM) and will provide participants with the skills they need to implement a system for student progress monitoring in the area of reading (Grades K-6). This hands-on session includes activities to help build your implementation skills in order to apply CBM in reading for individuals and groups of students. Learn how to measure student progress and how to use student progress monitoring data in reading. Information covered will include how to identify the level at which to monitor progress and how to administer, score, and graph probes. In addition, we will discuss how to set ambitious goals and apply decision rules to graphed scores to determine when revisions to instructional programs are warranted. This session will be directed toward administrators and service providers who are new to CBM or have used CBM in math but not in reading.

Using Curriculum-Based Measurement to Determine Response to Intervention (RTI)

In this session, an overview of Response to Intervention (RTI) will be provided. In addition, specifics about how to use Curriculum-Based Measurement (CBM) in reading and math will be explained for:

Identifying students in need of Tier 2 intervention,

Determining whether response to Tier 2 intervention is inadequate and therefore special education may be appropriate,

Applying CBM decision making in Tier 2 special education to formulate effective individual intervention plans, and

Determining whether Tier 3 special education response is sufficient to consider exiting special education.

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Wednesday, July 11, 2007– Specialized Breakout Sessions

On Wednesday, you have the option of attending one 4-hour session or two 2-hour sessions. The 2-hour sessions will be presented once and then repeated. Therefore, you will have the opportunity to attend two of the 2-hour breakouts.

Choose 1 to attend from 8:30 am – 1:00 pm (Includes 30 minute break)

Using Curriculum-Based Measurement for Progress Monitoring in Written Expression and Spelling

In this session, practitioners and administrators will learn the skills they need to implement Curriculum-Based Measurement (CBM) in written expression and spelling for elementary schoolers. Participants will learn how to administer and score written expression and spelling CBM at different grade levels for both individuals and groups of students. Use of the CBM data to graph and monitor individual and group progress will be covered, as well as the application of decision rules for instructional intervention for students who do not meet goals for progress. This session is appropriate for administrators and service providers who are familiar with progress monitoring in math and/or reading.

Introduction to Using Curriculum-Based Measurement for Progress Monitoring in Reading

This session will provide participants with the skills they need to implement a system for student progress monitoring in the area of reading (Grades K-6). This hands-on session includes activities to help build your implementation skills in order to apply CBM in reading for individuals and groups of students. Learn how to measure student progress and how to use student progress monitoring data in reading. Information covered will include how to identify the level at which to monitor progress and how to administer, score, and graph probes. In addition, we will discuss how to set ambitious goals and apply decision rules to graphed scores to determine when revisions to instructional programs are warranted. This session will be directed toward administrators and service providers who are new to CBM or have used CBM in math but not in reading.

Introduction to Using Curriculum-Based Measurement for Progress Monitoring in Math

This session will provide participants with the skills they need to implement a system for student progress monitoring in the area of math (Grades K-6). This hands-on session includes activities to help build your implementation skills in order to apply CBM in math for individuals and groups of students. Learn how to measure student progress and how to use student progress monitoring data in math. Information covered will include how to identify the level at which to monitor progress and how to administer, score, and graph probes. In addition, we will discuss how to set ambitious goals and apply decision rules to graphed scores to determine when revisions to instructional programs are warranted. This session will be directed toward administrators and service providers who are new to CBM or have used CBM in reading but not in math.

Or Choose 2 to attend from 8:30 am – 10:30 am and 11:00 am – 1:00 pm

Aligning Curriculum-Based Measurement with District Benchmarks and Annual Yearly Progress (AYP)

This 2-hour session is geared toward administrators who have experience implementing CBM at the district level. The challenges and benefits of administrating CBM initiatives in an era of increased school accountability due to benchmarking and end-of-year testing requirements will be addressed. The use of CBM in kindergarten in an urban school district will be featured, including relating kindergarten benchmarks to state standards, applications of these benchmarks to "best practices" suggested by the National Reading Panel, and administrative uses of these data to improve accountability. Results of a study on kindergarten teachers who make exceptional growth on CBM measures will also be presented.

Advanced Curriculum-Based Measurement for Progress Monitoring in Reading

This 2-hour session is intended for those who participated in previous NCSPM Summer Institute sessions on CBM in Reading, those who have been trained in CBM Reading, or those who are currently implementing CBM Reading. Advanced issues to be covered include interpreting CBM reading data, and using the data to inform instructional decisions and select appropriate interventions.

Choosing a Progress Monitoring Tool that Works for You

Are you interested in implementing student progress monitoring, but don’t know which tool is right for you? In this 2-hour session, we will introduce you to a method that will help you identify your needs and goals regarding student progress monitoring. Then we will show you how to use the information from the National Center on Student Progress Monitoring’s review of tools to assist you in choosing a scientifically based progress monitoring tool that fits your specific needs.