Teaching in the standards-based classroom requires significantly more than simply knowing the standards. A true focus on standards in the classroom requires a teacher to understand multiple elements of a standards-based learning environment, including planning, instruction, assessment, and feedback. This session will present a thoughtful and logical approach to planning for and delivering a high-quality opportunity to learn that increases the potential for students to acquire understanding of the knowledge and skills included in standards. Participants will walk away with information, insights, and ideas as well as a plethora of resources for use in their own classrooms.
Learning Outcomes
- Review the rationale and processes for prioritizing standards and developing proficiency scales.
- Learn methods for creating yearlong plans for teaching the standards.
- Examine eight steps for developing cohesive instructional cycles.
- Learn how to create or refine assessments for monitoring progress toward mastery of standards.
- Examine ideas for using proficiency scales to communicate performance of standards.
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Monday, October 6th
| 8:00–8:45 a.m. |
Introductions and overview of the session |
| 8:45–9:45 a.m. |
Chapter 1: Curriculum Based on Standards and Scales |
| 9:45–10:00 a.m. |
Break |
| 10:00–11:30 a.m. | Continue Chapter 1: Curriculum Based on Standards and Scales |
| 11:30 a.m.–1:00 p.m. | Lunch (on your own) |
| 1:00–2:15 p.m. |
Chapter 2: Year-long Planning with Curriculum Maps Chapter 3: Planning with the Instructional Cycle (Steps 1-4) |
| 2:15–2:30 p.m. | Break |
| 2:30–3:45 p.m. | Chapter 3: Planning with the Instructional Cycle (Steps 5-8) |
| 3:45–4:00 p.m. | Closing activity |
Tuesday, October 7th
| 8:00–8:30 a.m. | Review of session outcomes, logistics of training, review of content from previous day |
| 8:30–9:45 a.m. |
Chapter 4: Lesson Planning and Teaching Within the Instructional Cycle |
| 9:45–10:00 a.m. |
Break |
| 10:00–11:30 a.m. | Chapter 5: Assessments and Progress Tracking |
| 11:30 a.m.–1:00 p.m. | Lunch (on your own) |
| 1:00–2:15 p.m. | Continue Chapter 5: Assessments and Progress Tracking |
| 2:15–2:30 p.m. | Break |
| 2:30–3:45 p.m. | Chapter 6: Communication Using Proficiency Scales |
| 3:45–4:00 p.m. | Closing activity |
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Parking information:
Self-parking is available for $20 per car per night.
Valet parking is available for $25 per car per night.
In order to receive the discounted hotel room rate, please mention Marzano Resources. After the deadline listed below, rates will be determined by the hotel.
Primary Hotel
Tucson Marriott University Park
880 East 2nd Street
Tucson, Arizona 85719
520.792.4100
Discounted Rate: (single or double) $179/night
Deadline: September 13, 2025, or until group rate is sold out
Venue
Tucson Marriott University Park
880 East 2nd Street
Tucson, Arizona
Additional Information
Product code: WSL325
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Planning and Teaching in the Standards-Based Classroom
Shifting to standards-based learning is a big change. Rely on Planning and Teaching in the Standards-Based Classroom to help you move forward with clarity and confidence. This can’t-miss guide delivers straightforward, practical tools and detailed instructions for everything from lesson planning to proficiency scales to parent communication.
Event Journal
We’re enhancing your event experience. In addition to providing presentations in digital format, Marzano Resources is publishing retail-quality, perfect-bound notebooks expertly designed to support your learning. Any printed handouts or worksheets integrated into your sessions will continue to be provided.
