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Mathematics/Adolescence and Young Adulthood

This certificate is appropriate for teachers who teach students ages 14-18+ and know the full range of the school mathematics curriculum (algebra and functions, geometry, calculus, discrete mathematics, statistics and data analysis).

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Assessment at a Glance:

This document contains information about the following topics:

  • Choosing the right certificate
  • Reviewing the Standards
  • Portfolio entry descriptions
  • Assessment center exercise descriptions
  • Retired Prompts
  • Understanding the National Board Scoring Process
  • Certification planning timeline

 

Download the Assessment at a Glance.




Standards:

Read the standards for this certificate. This document contains information about the following topics:

Commitment

  • Commitment to Students and Their Learning
  • Equity, Diversity, and Fairness

Knowledge of Mathematics, Students, and Teaching

  • Knowledge of Mathematics
  • Knowledge of Students
  • Knowledge of Teaching Practice

The Teaching of Mathematics

  • The Art of Teaching
  • Learning Environment
  • Ways of Thinking Mathematically
  •  Assessment

Professional Development and Outreach

  • Reflection and Growth
  • Families and Communities
  • Contributing to the Professional Community


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Portfolio Instructions:

Read the portfolio instructions for this certificate. This document contains information about the following topics:

  • The Five Core Propositions
  • Portfolio Overview
  • Portfolio Guidelines and Considerations
  • Studying the Standards
  • Writing About Teaching
  • Video Practice
  • Preparing and Mailing Your Portfolio
  • Portfolio and Eligibility Forms


2009-2010 Portfolio Instructions

Download General Portfolio Instructions

Download AYA/Math Portfolio Instructions


2010-2011 Portfolio Instructions

Download General Portfolio Instructions

Download AYA/Math Portfolio Instructions




Scoring Guide for Candidates:

This document contains information about the following topics:

    • Part 1: Understanding and Interpreting your Scores - General information common to all certificates on understanding and interpreting your scores
    • Part 2: Understanding and Applying the Scoring Criteria - Scoring rubrics for portfolio entries and assessment center exercises specific to your certificate area
    • Evaluation of Evidence - Information that governs how assessors record the evidence in each entry, specific to your certificate area  

 

Download Scoring Guide for Candidates:

 

Part 1: Understanding and Interpreting Your Scores

Part 2: AYA/Math Understanding and Applying the Scoring Criteria

AYA/Math Evaluation of Evidence





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