Understanding And Using Assessment Blueprints
Understanding andUsing AssessmentBlueprintsA Facilitation Guide forOhio Arts Assessments
Table of ContentsINTRODUCTION . 4Assessment Blueprints Learning Targets . 4Materials at a Glance . 4Planning for Using the Assessment Blueprint Learning Lab . 4Using the PowerPoint . 5Guided Practice Activities . 5GUIDED PRACTICE #1: Interpreting Assessment Blueprints . 6Test Blueprint Sample A . 6Blueprint Sample A Questions . 8Test Blueprint Sample B . 9Blueprint Sample B Questions . 10Guided Practice #1: Interpreting Assessment Blueprints (Facilitator Copy) . 11Test Blueprint Sample #1: Suggested Responses (Facilitator Copy) . 12Test Blueprint Sample #2: Suggested Responses (Facilitator Copy). 13Guided Practice #2: Using a Blueprint to Review an Assessment . 14GUIDED PRACTICE #2 Resources 5–12: Assessment Samples . 15Visual Arts—Grade 2 (Resource 5) . 17Visual Arts—High School Art I (Resource 6) . 19Music—Grade 3 (Resource 7) . 22Music—Grade 7 (Resource 8) . 24Theatre—Grade 3 (Resource 9) . 26Theatre—High School Intro to Theatre (Resource 10) . 28Blueprint for Dance—Grade 6: Suggested Responses . 29Dance—Grade 6 (Resource 11) . 30Dance—High School Beginning Dance (Resource 12) . 32Guided Practice #3: Creating an Assessment Blueprint . 33Facilitator Notes: Guided Practice Activity #3 . 34Resources . 36Resource 1: PowerPoint with Notes . 37Resource 2: Assessment Blueprints Pre- and Post-Assessment . 46Resource 3: Blueprint Example (Theatre—Grade 3) . 47Resource 4: Blank Blueprint Template . 48Resource 5: Visual Arts—Grade 2 . 49 2016, Battelle for Kids. All Rights Reserved.2
Resource 6: Visual Arts—High School Art I . 56Resource 7: Music—Grade 3 General Music . 63Resource 8: Music—Grade 7 . 68Resource 9: Theatre—Grade 3 . 72Resource 10: Theatre—High School Introduction to Theatre . 76Resource 11: Dance—Grade 6 . 79Resource 12: Dance—High School Beginning Dance . 83 2016, Battelle for Kids. All Rights Reserved.3
INTRODUCTIONAssessment Blueprints Learning Targets Understand how to interpret various assessment blueprint templatesUnderstand how assessment blueprints can impact instructionCreate assessment blueprints to plan for assessmentUnderstand how assessment blueprints can be used to plan for scaffolding and stretchMaterials at a GlanceThis learning lab consists of three (3) sections as follows1. PowerPoint Presentation Resource 1: PowerPoint Slide Notes (PowerPoint available in a separate file) Resource 2: Participant Pre- and Post- Assessment Resource 3: Sample Blueprint: 3rd Grade Theatre2. Guided Practice #1: Interpreting Assessment Blueprints Participant Handout: Interpreting Assessment Blueprintso Two samples blueprints and two question sheets3. Guided Practice #2: Using a Blueprint to Review an Assessment Participant Handout:o Resource 4: Assessment Blueprint Template Resource 5–12: Assessment Sampleso Resource 5: Visual Arts—Grade 2o Resource 6: Visual Arts—High School Art Io Resource 7: Music—Grade 3o Resource 8: Music—Grade 7o Resource 9: Theatre—Grade 3o Resource 10: Theatre—High School Introduction to Theatreo Resource 11: Dance—Grade 6o Resource 12: Dance—High School Beginning DancePlanning for Using the Assessment Blueprint Learning LabThe following considerations can help you plan for successful learning sessions for eachsection. Review the PowerPoint presentation, including slide notes Review the activities in the facilitation guide and determine the best structure for completion.You may want to consider:o How to create collaborative groups to enhance the discussiono How to schedule time for the completion of the guided practice activitieso Which activities best meet the current needs of arts educatorso What change in practice do you expect as a result of the learning opportunities 2016, Battelle for Kids. All Rights Reserved.4
Using the PowerPoint Make needed copies of the PowerPoint as well as resources referenced in the PowerPoint.o Resource 2: Participant Pre-and Post-Assessmento Resource 3: Blueprint Example (Grade 3 Theatre)Before presenting the DOK PowerPoint, instruct participants to complete the preassessment. To do so, they should read each statement and mark their level of agreementon the left side of the page.o Present the PowerPoint.Pause as needed throughout the presentation for questions or areas of clarification.o At the conclusion of the Power Point, ask participants to complete the post-assessmentand to reflect on their learning using the guiding questions at the bottom of the page.Guided Practice ActivitiesFacilitator copies provide suggested responses as well as considerations for discussion.Participant copies can be found in the resources section. Guided Practice Activity 1: The purpose of this activity is to practice interpreting variousassessment blueprints.Guided Practice Activity 2: The purpose of this activity is to practice reviewing anassessment by applying the acquired knowledge of DOK to standards and assessmentitems and organizing the information into a blueprint. There are two assessments for eacharts discipline (visual art, music, theatre, and dance), one at the elementary level (K–6) andone at the secondary level (7–12).Guided Practice Activity 3: The purpose of this activity is to create an assessmentblueprint based on a list of standards. Participants will need to make decisions aroundpriorities, weighting, assessment methods, etc. 2016, Battelle for Kids. All Rights Reserved.5
GUIDED PRACTICE #1: Interpreting AssessmentBlueprintsTest Blueprint Sample AThe test blueprint below displays the distribution of item types across the two parts of theassessment. Table 1 shows the two parts of the assessment separately. Table 2 shows thebreakout of the combined parts of the assessment by reporting category. Table 3 displays theContent Statements that may be included on the Performance-Based Assessment.Use the blueprints to answer the questions that follow.Table hicresponse cresponse ints perItem1251, 2, 3Min PointsMax PointsTotal Points0251002510352 or 4001251, 2, 318014220182 or 4812*Each form will have a distribution of both graphic-response and short-answer items 2016, Battelle for Kids. All Rights Reserved.645
Table 2Reporting onding/ReflectingFormatMCGraphic-response orshort-answer*Extended ResponseMCPerformanceGraphic-response orshort-answer*Extended ResponseMCGraphic-response orshort-answer*Extended ResponsePoints per Item11, 2, or 32 or 41251, 2, or 32 or 411, 2, or 3Total Points15–203525–302 or 4Table 3Reporting onding/ReflectingContent Statements Eligible for Use on the Assessment2PE Identify and communicate how historical and culturalcontexts influence ideas that inform artists.4PECompare and contrast how form and style are influenced bysocial, environmental, and political views in artworks.5PEFocus attention on selected artworks to identify and posequestions about aesthetic qualities (e.g., sensory,organizational, emotional) in the works.Use digital tools to explore ideas, create and refine works ofart during the artmaking process.2PR4PRSelect and use the elements and principles of art anddesign to communicate understanding of an interdisciplinaryconcept.5PRCombine the elements and principles of art and design tocreate visually effective compositions in original works ofart.Apply reasoning skills to analyze and interpret the meaningin artworks.1RE4RECommunicate how personal artistic decisions are influencedby social, environmental, and political views.5REExpress what was learned and the challenges that remainwhen assessing their artworks.6REUse criteria to assess works of art individually andcollaboratively. 2016, Battelle for Kids. All Rights Reserved.7
Blueprint Sample A Questions1. Which assessment methods will be used on each of the assessment types?Performance:Written:2. How many total points can be scored on the assessment?3. Which reporting category strand will have the least number of points on the assessment?4. Review the content statement that are eligible to be used on the assessment (table 3).Which of these would likely be eligible to be used on the performance assessment?How might this impact the way these standards are instructed?5. How many points are selected response items worth? If the maximum number of multiplechoice questions appear on the assessment, what is the maximum percentage of totalpoints a student can earn?6. How could this the assessment blueprint for this summative assessment be used to impactinstruction? 2016, Battelle for Kids. All Rights Reserved.8
Test Blueprint Sample BReview the following blueprints, then answer the questions that follow.SR: Selected ResponseCR: Prose Constructed ResponseStrandCreatingDramaticWorksStandard Construct a scripted or improvised scene thatuses a plot curve with developed charactersand vivid dialogueDevelop various characters using appropriatevoice, posture, movement and language toreveal a conflict and develop a resolution.Compare and contrast the basic principles andelements of various theatrical stylesConstruct an alternate ending for a scripted orimprovised dramatic piece that engagesaudiences.PR: Performance (25)TheatreVocabulary Use a variety of dramatic and theatricalvocabulary accurately when constructing andcommunicating meaning from informal andformal theatre5(10)0(0)0(0)TheatreProduction Explore and dramatize the principles ofcomposition to create a stage environment byblocking the scripted action and stagepositions of the charactersExamine and demonstrate how theatricalartists conceptualize and convey an idea ormessage0(0)1(4)1(25)Create criteria and apply it to the review of atheatrical performanceAnalyze and explain the setting, interactions ofcharacters and conflicts in a dramatic work.Consider and discuss the consequences of acharacter’s actions in a theatrical production0(0)3(15)0(0) Respondingto Theatre 2016, Battelle for Kids. All Rights Reserved.9
Blueprint Sample B Questions1. Which strand area(s) will only be tested via a written response?2. How many points are awarded for each correct multiple choice response?3. Will questions about the roles and responsibilities of performing and technical artists beincluded on this assessment?4. How many total points are available for this assessment?5. Which strand has the least weight on the assessment?6. What else might you conclude from this blueprint? What are the implications for instruction? 2016, Battelle for Kids. All Rights Reserved.10
Guided Practice #1: Interpreting Assessment Blueprints(Facilitator Copy)Purpose: The purpose of this activity is to practice interpreting different forms of assessmentblueprints and to consider how an assessment blueprint can impact instructional decisions.What you’ll need:1. Facilitation notes2. Handouts for participantsInstructions:1. Share the purpose of the activity with participants.2. Working in pairs or small groups, have participants review each of the sample assessmentblueprints and answer the questions that follow.3. After the groups have completed the activity, facilitate the discussion of the responses usingthe facilitation notes which includes suggested responses and highlights key areas.Points to Consider: The first sample blueprint (A) has three separate tables that, used together, comprise theblueprint. Participants may need some clarification to refer to all three tables. Although quite a few questions focus on the mechanics of understanding the blueprint, themost important discussion will come from participants thinking what clues the blueprint givesto the structure of instruction. You may want to ask participants, “If this blueprint was for anend of unit or end of course assessment, how would it impact your instruction?” Depending on the amount of time and level of discussion, you may want to break thisactivity into more than one session. 2016, Battelle for Kids. All Rights Reserved.11
Test Blueprint Sample #1: Suggested Responses (Facilitator Copy)Directions: Review the following blueprints, then answer the questions that follow.1. Which assessment methods will be used on the performance-based assessment?Graphic Response/ Short Answer, and Performance (Table 1)2. How many total points can be scored on the assessment?80 (includes both Performance Assessment and Written Assessment). It is important to notethat this blueprint is for one assessment which has two parts as mentioned in theintroduction. (Table 1)3. Which reporting category strand will have the least number of point on the assessment?Perceiving/Knowing (Table 2)4. Review the content statement that are eligible to be used on the assessment (table 3).Which of these would likely be eligible to be used on the performance assessment?2PR, 4PR, 5PR, and 5REHow might this impact the way these standards are instructed?This may impact instruction as students should have the opportunity to practice in the samemanner in which thy will be assessed. Therefore, instruction should provide an opportunityfor students to use digital tools, explore interdisciplinary concepts, and create original worksof art. They should also be given opportunities to assess (in writing) their created artworkand describe the evidence of learning as well as the remaining challenges (Table 3)5. How many points are selected response items worth? If the maximum number of multiplechoice questions appear on the assessment, what is the maximum percentage of totalpoints a student can earn?Selected Response questions (or MC for multiple choice) will be worth a maximum of 22points (the range is 18–22 points). This would represent about 27% (22/80) of the totalpoints possible on the assessment.6. How could this the assessment blueprint for this summative assessment be used to impactinstruction?This blueprint helps to define the way students will be assessed at the end of the year onthe summative assessment; therefore, it helps to define considerations for how studentsmay be instructed and assessed throughout the year. Information is provided about theemphasis of content (Perceiving/Knowing should be emphasized less thanProducing/Performing or Responding/Reflecting), students should be given ampleopportunity to write and participate in demonstrations of knowledge and skills (approx. 75%of the assessment versus 25% multiple choice). 2016, Battelle for Kids. All Rights Reserved.12
Test Blueprint Sample #2: Suggested Responses (Facilitator Copy)1. Which strand area(s) will only be tested via a written response?Responding to Theatre2. How many points are awarded for each correct multiple choice response?Multiple choice responses are 2 points; typically multiple choice questions are only worthone point, but this does not have to be the case.3. Will questions about the roles and responsibilities of performing and technical artists beincluded on this assessment?No.4. How many total points are available for this assessment? What is the breakdown acrossassessment methods?87 points total are possible. 10/87 (11%) will be selected response, 27/87 (31%) will requirea written response, and 50/87 (57%) will be performance based.5. Which content strand has the least weight on the assessment?Theatre Vocabulary has the least weight on the assessment6. What else might you conclude from this blueprint? What are the implications for instruction?This assessment focuses on creating dramatic works, and it is likely that the performancecomponent will include writing and performing scenes. Additionally, theater production isheavily emphasized, and focuses on translating compositions to the stage. Students shouldbe provided multiple opportunities to learn and practice in these areas as part of theinstructional activities of the class. 2016, Battelle for Kids. All Rights Reserved.13
Guided Practice #2:Using a Blueprint to Review an AssessmentPurpose:The purpose of this activity is to practice creating a blueprint for an assessment that alreadyexists as a means to review the appropriateness of the assessment.What You’ll Need:1. Facilitation notes2. Handouts for participants (Choose the appropriate assessment/ assessments for use withyour group.) Use the Assessment Blueprint Template (Resource 4) to review an assessment. Chooseone or more of the following assessments to review:o Resource 5: Visual Arts—Grade 2o Resource 6: Visual Arts—High School Art Io Resource 7: Music—Grade 3o Resource 8: Music—Grade 7o Resource 9: Theatre—Grade 3o Resource 10: Theatre—High School Introduction to Theatreo Resource 11: Dance—Grade 6o Resource 12: Dance—High School Beginning DanceIns
o Two samples blueprints and two question sheets 3. Guided Practice #2: Using a Blueprint to Review an Assessment Participant Handout: o Resource 4: Assessment Blueprint Template Resource 5–12: Assessment Samples o Resource 5: Visual Arts—Grade 2 o Resource 6: Visual Arts—High School Art I o Resource 7: Music—Grade 3
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