ODE Educational Standards and Accountability 3

Question 1

What is the purpose of the Ohio 'Gap Closing' component on the Local Report Card?

Accepted Answer

To evaluate how well schools are closing achievement gaps among student subgroups

Answer

The Gap Closing component specifically examines whether historically underperforming subgroups—such as students with disabilities, English learners, and economically disadvantaged students—are reaching proficiency benchmarks.

Question 2

Under Ohio's accountability framework, the 'Prepared for Success' component on the Local Report Card measures what?

Accepted Answer

High school graduates' readiness for college and careers based on multiple measures

Answer

The Prepared for Success component assesses whether graduates are ready for post-secondary education or careers using measures such as ACT/SAT scores, AP/IB credits, industry credentials, and military enlistment.

Question 3

Which ESSA requirement did Ohio incorporate into its state plan regarding the identification of 'Targeted Support and Improvement' schools?

Accepted Answer

Schools where any subgroup consistently underperforms must be identified and provided support

Answer

Under ESSA, Ohio must identify schools where one or more student subgroups are consistently underperforming and ensure those schools receive targeted support and improvement plans.

Question 4

Ohio's Career-Technical Education (CTE) students can demonstrate readiness for graduation through which accountability pathway?

Accepted Answer

By earning an industry-recognized credential and a passing score on the related technical assessment

Answer

Ohio allows CTE students to meet graduation requirements by earning a state-approved industry credential paired with a qualifying score on the CTE technical assessment for their pathway.

Question 5

When Ohio adopted the Common Core State Standards in English Language Arts and Math, what was the official state branding given to these standards?

Accepted Answer

Ohio New Learning Standards

Answer

Ohio branded its adoption of the Common Core State Standards as the 'Ohio New Learning Standards' to reflect state ownership and any Ohio-specific additions to the national framework.

(ODE) Ohio Department of Education Practice Test

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ODE Educational Standards and Accountability 3