NBC CTE Vocab Terms Matching

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Students with a wide range of backgrounds, abilities, and learning styles, including those with diverse cultural, linguistic, and socio-economic backgrounds.

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Diverse Learners

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Individualized characteristics and preferences that influence how students absorb, process, and retain information, encompassing factors such as learning styles, strengths, and challenges.

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Learner Profiles

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The gradual, age-appropriate progression of intellectual abilities, including thinking, problem-solving, memory, and decision-making, impacts a student’s learning capacity.

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Cognitive Development

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The principle of ensuring that all students, regardless of their background, have equal access to high-quality education, resources, and opportunities to succeed.

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Educational Equity

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The unique requirements and accommodations necessary for students with disabilities to access and participate in educational programs, ensuring inclusivity and equal opportunities.

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Cultural Competence

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Devices, tools, or software designed to help students with disabilities access and participate in the curriculum.

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Special Education Needs

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Recognizing and understanding the distinct phases of physical, social, emotional, and cognitive growth that students undergo, guiding instructional strategies appropriate for each stage.

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Developmental Stages

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The internal and external influences that drive and sustain a student’s interest, effort, and persistence in learning, including intrinsic and extrinsic motivators.

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Motivation Factors

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The understanding and application of various assessment methods, tools, and strategies to gauge student progress and inform instructional decisions effectively.

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Assessment Literacy

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The mental effort required to process information, considering the limits of a student’s working memory and designing instruction to manage cognitive load for optimal learning.

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Cognitive Load

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The active involvement, interest, and investment of students in the learning process, fostering a positive and participatory classroom environment.

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Student Engagement

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Individual tendencies or inclinations towards specific approaches, styles, or methods of learning, recognizing and accommodating diverse student preferences.

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Learning Preferences

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Individual preferences and approaches to acquiring, processing, and organizing information, influencing how students best understand and retain new knowledge.

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Learning Styles

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Students who learn most
effectively through visual aids,
such as diagrams, charts, and
images, relying on visual stimuli
to grasp and remember information.

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Visual Learners

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Students who learn best through listening and auditory
experiences, benefiting from
spoken information, discussions, and verbal explanations.

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Auditory Learners

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Students who learn through
physical movement, hands-on
experiences, and tactile
interactions, relying on touch and body movements to comprehend and internalize concepts.

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Kinesthetic Learners

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Students who prefer processing
information through reading and writing activities, such as taking notes, reading textbooks, and engaging in written exercises.

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Read/Write Learners

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The recognition that individuals often utilize a combination of different learning styles, incorporating visual, auditory, kinesthetic, and read/write approaches for effective learning.

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Multimodal Learning

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Personal inclinations towards
specific sensory modalities
(visual, auditory, kinesthetic),
influencing how students engage with and interpret information.

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Sensory Preferences

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The ability of educators to vary
instructional methods and materials to cater to the diverse learning styles present within a
classroom, promoting inclusivity and student success.

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Adaptability in Instruction

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The sensory channels through which individuals receive, process, and express information, encompassing visual, auditory, kinesthetic, and read/write modalities.

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Learning Modalities

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Individual tendencies in cognitive processing, such as preferences for analytical thinking, creative problem-solving, or sequential reasoning, influencing learning approaches.

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Cognitive Preferences

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An acronym representing Visual, Auditory, Reading/Writing, and Kinesthetic learning modalities, commonly used to categorize and understand different learning preferences.

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VARK Model

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An instructional approach that
tailors teaching methods,
content, and pace to match the
individual learning styles and
needs of each student.

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Personalized Learning

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The maturation and growth of the body and its systems, including motor skills, coordination, and physical health, during different stages of a student's life.

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Physical Development

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The progressive development of emotional regulation, interpersonal skills, and understanding of social relationships, influencing how students interact with others and manage their emotions.

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Social- Emotional Development

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The development of independence and self-reliance, allowing students to take increasing responsibility for their actions, decisions, and learning.

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Autonomy

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The progression of ethical reasoning and understanding of right and wrong, shaping a student's moral values and decision-making throughout different stages of life.

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Moral Development

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According to Erikson's theory, the challenges or conflicts that individuals face at different stages of life, contributing to their psychosocial development and identity formation.

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Psychosocial Crisis

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The period during adolescence when students explore and experiment with different roles, values, and beliefs to establish a sense of personal identity.

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Adolescent Identity Exploration

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The lifelong process through which students learn and internalize the norms, values, and behaviors of their culture, family, and community.

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Socialization

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The capacity of students to adapt and bounce back from adversity, demonstrating strength and coping mechanisms during challenging developmental stages.

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Resilience

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A measure of an individual's or family's economic and social position in relation to others, influencing access to resources and opportunities throughout development.

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Socioeconomic Status (SES)

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Specific timeframes during development when certain experiences or interventions have a profound impact on a student's cognitive, emotional, or physical growth.

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Critical Periods

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An instructional approach that tailors teaching methods, content, and assessment to meet the diverse needs, learning styles, and readiness levels of individual students in the classroom.

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Differentiated Instruction

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The modification of instructional strategies, materials, or assessments to accommodate the unique needs and abilities of students, promoting inclusive and accessible learning.

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Adaptation

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An instructional strategy that provides different levels of tasks or assignments based on students' readiness levels, allowing for varied complexity and challenge within the same lesson.

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Tiered Assignments

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The practice of organizing students into different groups based on their learning needs, allowing for collaborative learning experiences that address individual strengths and challenges.

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Flexible Grouping

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A supportive framework of guidance and assistance provided by the teacher to help students build on their existing knowledge and skills, gradually moving toward more independent learning.

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Scaffolded Instruction

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Ongoing assessment practices that inform instructional decisions, providing insight into students' understanding and allowing teachers to adjust their teaching methods accordingly.

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Assessment for Learning

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An educational framework that considers the diverse needs of all students from the outset, providing multiple means of representation, engagement, and expression to enhance learning accessibility.

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Universal Design for Learning (UDL)

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A personalized plan developed for students with special education needs, outlining specific goals, accommodations, and support services to ensure their academic success.

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Individualized Education Plan (IEP)

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A strategy that involves providing students with opportunities to progress through the curriculum at a faster pace, based on their readiness and ability levels.

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Acceleration

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A student-centered approach to learning that encourages questioning, exploration, and investigation, fostering critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

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Inquiry-Based Learning

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Adapting instructional practices to acknowledge and incorporate the diverse cultural backgrounds and perspectives of students, promoting inclusivity and relevance in the learning experience.

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Cultural Responsiveness

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The ability to understand, respect, and effectively interact with individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds, recognizing and valuing cultural differences.

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Cultural Competence

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A philosophy and practice that ensures all students, regardless of their abilities, backgrounds, or differences, have equal access to educational opportunities and resources.

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Inclusive Education

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Ensuring that educational materials, resources, and environments are designed in a way that allows all students, including those with disabilities, to fully participate and engage in learning.

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Accessibility

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The principle of providing every student with the resources and support they need to succeed, addressing systemic barriers and promoting fairness in educational outcomes.

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Equity

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Recognizing and understanding the interconnected nature of various aspects of a person's identity, such as race, gender, and socioeconomic status, and how these factors impact their experiences and opportunities.

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Intersectionality

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Creating an educational environment that validates and celebrates the diverse identities and backgrounds of students, fostering a sense of belonging and pride.

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Affirming Identity

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Subtle, often unintentional, verbal or non-verbal actions that communicate negative or stereotypical messages, impacting the well-being of individuals from marginalized groups.

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Microaggressions

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Educational content that reflects the cultural diversity of students, incorporating examples, perspectives, and materials that resonate with their lived experiences.

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Culturally Relevant Curriculum

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A deep and comprehensive understanding of the subject matter, including key concepts, principles, and current developments, relevant to the specific career and technical education field.

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Content Expertise

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The specialized knowledge that educators possess, combining their understanding of subject matter with effective teaching strategies, to facilitate student learning in a particular content area.

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Pedagogical Content Knowledge (PCK)

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Established criteria and benchmarks within a specific career or industry that define the skills, knowledge, and practices required for success, shaping the content taught in career and technical education.

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Industry Standards

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Ensuring that instructional materials, activities, and assessments are designed to match the content standards and objectives outlined in the curriculum framework for a specific CTE course.

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Curriculum Alignment

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Current and developing patterns, practices, or advancements within a specific industry or field that educators must stay informed about to keep the curriculum relevant and aligned with real-world expectations.

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Emerging Trends

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The ability to perform specific tasks or use tools and technologies related to the chosen career field, demonstrating hands-on expertise in the practical aspects of the content.

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Technical Skills Proficiency

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Recognizing and facilitating connections between the content taught in a career and technical education course and concepts from other academic disciplines, enhancing students' understanding.

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Cross- Curricular Connections

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Evaluations that measure a student's ability to apply knowledge and skills in real- world scenarios, emphasizing practical application and demonstration of competency in the content area.

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Performance- Based Assessment

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Ongoing learning experiences and activities that educators engage in to enhance their knowledge, skills, and effectiveness in delivering content in career and technical education.

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Professional Development

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Formal recognition by a relevant industry or professional organization that acknowledges a student's mastery of specific skills and knowledge required in a particular career field.

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Industry Certification

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Tools, materials, and technology used by educators to deliver content effectively, encompassing textbooks, multimedia resources, and hands- on materials tailored to the CTE curriculum.

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Instructional Resources

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An instructional approach that engages students in hands-on, participatory activities, encouraging critical thinking, problem-solving, and collaboration in the learning process.

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Active Learning

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An approach to teaching that places students at the center of the learning experience, allowing them to take an active role in their education through inquiry, exploration, and self-discovery.

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Student- Centered Instruction

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Ongoing assessments conducted during the learning process to gather information on student understanding, providing feedback for instructional adjustments and improvement.

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Formative Assessment

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Incorporating various technologies into instructional practices to enhance and support student learning, engagement, and skill development.

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Technology Integration

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A digital platform that facilitates the organization, delivery, and tracking of educational content, assignments, and assessments in a virtual or blended learning environment.

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Learning Management System (LMS))

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A teaching and learning approach that encourages students to work together in groups or teams, promoting communication, cooperation, and shared problem-solving.

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Collaborative Learning

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Evaluation conducted at the end of a learning period to measure overall student achievement and assess the effectiveness of instructional strategies.

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Summative Assessment

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Evaluation tasks that mirror real- world situations, requiring students to apply knowledge and skills in practical, relevant contexts.

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Authentic Assessment

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A scoring guide outlining criteria and expectations for assessing student performance on a specific task, assignment, or project.

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Rubric

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Evaluation methods that require students to demonstrate their knowledge and skills in real- world scenarios, often through projects, presentations, or simulations.

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Performance- Based Assessment

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Evaluation that measures a student's performance against specific criteria or standards, providing information about individual mastery.

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Criterion- Referenced Assessment

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Evaluation that compares a student's performance to a norm or average, indicating how a student's achievements compare to peers.

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Norm- Referenced Assessment

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The degree to which an assessment measures what it intends to measure, ensuring accuracy and reliability of results.

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Validity

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The consistency and dependability of assessment results, indicating the extent to which the same results would be obtained with repeated measurements.

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Reliability

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Evaluation of a collection of student work, showcasing achievements, progress, and a range of skills over time.

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Portfolio Assessment

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A uniform assessment administered and scored under consistent conditions, allowing for comparisons between individual student performance and larger populations.

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Standardized Test

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Information provided to students regarding their performance, offering insights into strengths, areas for improvement, and ways to enhance learning.

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Feedback

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The understanding and application of various assessment methods, tools, and strategies by educators to effectively measure and enhance student learning.

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Assessment Literacy

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The extent to which an assessment measures the underlying construct or skill it claims to measure, ensuring the assessment is meaningful and relevant.

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Construct Validity

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The consistency of assessment results when scored by different evaluators, ensuring objectivity and fairness in the grading process.

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Inter-rater Reliability

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Non-traditional evaluation methods that go beyond standardized testing, often emphasizing real-world application and student engagement.

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Alternative Assessment

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The uniformity in grading across different assessors or grading instances, maintaining fairness and reliability in the evaluation process.

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Scoring Consistency

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Any form of education or training beyond high school, including college, university, vocational or technical schools, apprenticeships, and other career-focused programs.

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Postsecondary Education

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The state of being prepared for success in postsecondary education and the workforce, involving a combination of academic, technical, and employability skills.

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College and Career Readiness

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A program that allows high school students to enroll in college courses, earning credit for both high school and college simultaneously.

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Dual Enrollment

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Structured sequences of courses and experiences that guide students toward a specific career field, integrating academic and technical education.

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Career Pathways

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Educational experiences that connect classroom learning with real-world work environments, such as internships, apprenticeships, or cooperative education programs.

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Work-Based Learning

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Certifications or licenses awarded by a professional or industry association, validating a person's skills and knowledge in a specific career field.

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Industry- Recognized Credentials

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Formal agreements between educational institutions that facilitate the seamless transfer of credits, allowing students to transition from one program to another without loss of credit.

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Articulation Agreements

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Personal attributes, communication abilities, and interpersonal skills that contribute to success in the workplace, including teamwork, communication, and problem- solving.

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Soft Skills

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The ability to understand and manage personal finances, including budgeting, saving, investing, and making informed financial decisions.

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Financial Literacy

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Standardized tests, such as the SAT or ACT, often required for college admission to assess a student's academic readiness for higher education.

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College Entrance Exams

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A planned break, typically a year, between high school graduation and the start of college or other postsecondary pursuits, often used for travel, work, or personal development.

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Gap Year

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The series of steps a student follows to apply for admission to postsecondary institutions, including submitting applications, essays, transcripts, and standardized test scores.

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College Application Process

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A culminating project or assignment that demonstrates a student's mastery of knowledge and skills in a particular subject or career area, often completed in the final year of a program.

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Capstone Project

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A high level of skill and expertise in the technical aspects of a particular trade or profession, indicating readiness for success in a specific career field.

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Technical Proficiency