University of Wisconsin-Stout, School of Education
Benchmark II Review Rubric
Candidate Name:
Program:
Candidate ID:
ePortfolio Review Rubric
A candidate's Benchmark II ePortfolio should contain the following artifacts. Any missing/unsatisfactory
artifacts will receive a deficiency rating. As a result, the candidate will not pass the ePortfolio Review.
Benchmark II Artifacts
* If candidate receives an incomplete or
unsatisfactory rating in any of the areas below,
the candidate does not meet minimum
standards required to complete Benchmark II.
Planning
Context for Learning (Standard 2; edTPA
Rubric 2, 3; Planning and Preparation):
Provide information about a teaching
context so that another educator can
understand the setting, learners, and
resources for planning purposes.
Demonstrate the ability to support varied
student learning needs.
(Source: EDUC-330 Multiculturalism)
Context for Learning (Standard 2; edTPA
Rubric 2, 3; Planning and Preparation):
Provide information about a teaching
context so that another educator can
understand the setting, learners, and
resources for planning purposes.
Demonstrate the ability to support varied
student learning needs.
(Source: SPED-430 Inclusion)
Identifying and Supporting Language
Demands (Standard 1; edTPA Rubric 4;
Planning and Preparation): Plan for and
reflect on academic language development
and appropriate supports.
(Source: Reading-414 or Reading-382)
Revised: June 2, 2014
Unsatisfactory
(1)
Basic
(2)
Emerging
(3)
Proficient
(4)
Distinguished
(5)
Planning for Learning and Assessment
(Standards 4, 6, 7; edTPA Rubrics 1-5;
Planning and Preparation): Provide an
example where your planning provides
clear learning objectives and aligned
instructional supports and assessments.
(Source: Program Specific Identified Course)
Instruction
Learning Environment (Standard 3; edTPA
Rubric 7; Classroom Environment):
Demonstrate how you will create a positive
environment that supports student
learning.
(Source: EDUC-415 Classroom Management
or Program Identified Course for Programs
not utilizing EDUC-415)
Engaging Students in Learning (Standards
4, 6, 9; edTPA Rubrics 6-10; Instruction):
Demonstrate your ability to engage
learners and deepen understanding.
(Source: Program Specific Identified Course)
Assessment
Using Assessment to Improve Learning
(Standards 8, 9; edTPA Rubrics 11-15;
Professional Responsibilities): Provide
evidence that you use assessment to
evaluate student performance and make
instructional decisions that improve
student learning. (Source: Program Specific
Identified Course)
Revised: June 2, 2014
Dispositional Review Rubric
Materials used during a candidate's dispositional review include, but are not limited to: results from
background checks, Candidate of Concerns, Candidate Interventions, and professional judgment of
review team. The review team will utilize agreed upon dispositional guidelines laid out in the School of
Education's "Statement of Values and Dispositions".
Any deficiency will result in not passing the Dispositional Review.
A
B
C
Dispositions
Commitment to Learning: The candidate will demonstrate a
commitment to his/her own and his/her students’ continuous
learning.
Respect for Oneself and Others: The candidate will demonstrate
respect for himself/herself and others through thoughtful and
responsive communication, showing respect and collaboration.
Commitment to Excellence: The candidate recognizes his/her
professional responsibility for engaging in and supporting
appropriate professional practices for self and others.
Satisfactory
Deficiency
☐
☐
☐
☐
☐
☐
Please provide rationale for deficiency rating below:
Benchmark II Review completed by a minimum of one (1) reviewer unless there is a Dispositional Review
Deficiency, whereby there must contain a minimum of two (2) signatures
Candidate Name ____________________________ID #___________ Major ____________________
Comments:
Revised: June 2, 2014