Sentences with phrase «performance grades model»

The plan also establishes 10 - year goals for student performance using end - of - grade and end - of - course exams and goals for closing achievement gaps, and continues the School Performance Grades model, in which schools earn a A-F grades based on proficiency measures and student - growth targets.

Not exact matches

Ironically, however, it is not clear that these growth models would fulfill the more simplistic federal requirements for adequate yearly progress, which dictate that the performance of students at each grade level be measured against a fixed standard of proficiency.

The teacher unions are trapped in archaic organizational models characterized by buildings and districts that are too large and too fragmented, compulsory attendance, the 180 - day school year, the 50 - minute period, age - grouping of students in 13 discrete grades, few performance or standards - based activities, and inaccurate assumptions about the dangers of privatization.

Performance assessment in first grade classrooms: The PALM model.

Effective and accurate growth models can include a combination of state assessments, teacher - developed assessments, portfolios, grade point averages, and performance assessments such as essays and projects.

It's not always easy to tell whether the new approaches help overall student performance, because schools interested in this type of experimentation are often innovating in other ways as well: changing grading policies, moving to more project - based learning models and rethinking discipline strategies.

Few of the model policies above explicitly refer to graded lessons — although Ofsted's Inspection Handbook has criteria against which the quality of teaching overall will be judged and the DfE gives an example of lesson quality as an absolute performance measure.

The eight pilot districts limit SBAC testing to just three grade levels, while the other grades experience district - developed competency - based performance tasks that ask students to explain, apply, and model their understanding of interdisciplinary real world problems.

- All model grades feature a passenger side airbag as standard equipment for improved safety performance and additional user - friendly features such as an electrical outlet -

Model tested: Renault Zoe Z.E. 40 Dynamique R90 Body - style: Supermini Motor: 92hp / 68kW electric motor Performance: 0 - 62mph - 13.5 seconds / Top speed - 84mph CO2: 0 g / km Electric Range: 250 miles (NEDC) Trim grades: Expression Nav (22kWh only), Dynamique Nav, Signature Nav

For those looking for perhaps a little less people - hauling capability in exchange for a lower sticker price, Chevrolet has introduced the sub - $ 45,000 Tahoe Custom that is its new entry - level model, while the more enthusiast - grade RST sports not only racy - looking black - out trim bits, but ups the performance ante with a 6.2 - liter 420 - horsepower V8.

* Horsepower and torque expected to top previous model (testing is ongoing — check media.gm.com for updates) * NOx emissions reduced at least 63 percent over 2010 models * Quieter operation * High - pressure (30,000 psi / 2, 000 bar) Piezo - actuated fuel system for greater fuel efficiency, improved performance and reduced emissions * Exhaust brake system that enables controlled vehicle slowdown on downhill grades without actuating the brakes * Selective catalytic reduction after - treatment system using diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) injection to provide the best overall diesel characteristics and performance — with a range of about 5,000 miles (8,000 km) between DEF refills * Combustion and after - treatment have been optimized to provide about 700 miles (1,125 km) between diesel particulate filter regenerations — a 75 - percent improvement over the previous system and significant contributor to improved fuel efficiency, as the regeneration process requires additional fuel * B20 biodiesel capability for an alternative fueling option * Internal revisions that improve durability

The Edition model already features many high - grade exterior components from the M Performance accessory program ex works.

Critical Knowledge: All - new, fifth - generation 2010 Toyota 4Runner retains body - on - frame, truck - based designShares platform with the Toyota FJ CruiserTaller, wider and longer than the previous 4RunnerNew bumpers, grille, head and tail lampsLarge diameter wheels and tiresCompletely redesigned, larger interior featuring unique cargo areaAvailable in three grades: SR5, Limited and TrailNew Trail model is designed to maximize off - road performance, features high ground clearance, a hood scoop, unique 17 - inch wheels, black outer mirrors, front and rear bumper guards and dark smoke treatment on the head and tail

Although Nissan told us there is no performance sacrifice to the new S grade, they didn't tell us why it's more affordable than the other models.

While we typically use conventional oil in our Kingsport Toyota Oil changes, we can also provide synthetic oil options for Kingsport Toyota drivers who have higher performance models that either recommend or require a higher grade oil.

Performance and Efficiency The 2011 Corolla is available in three grades: the base - model Corolla, LE, and S. All models are equipped with the 1.8 - liter DOHC four - cylinder engine, which produces 132 hp at 6,000 rpm and 128 lb - ft of torque at 4,400 rpm.

The 2016 Nissan 370Z NISMO features exterior, interior and performance refinements, along with an expanded model selection that includes both six - speed manual and seven - speed automatic transmissions and a new 370Z NISMO Tech grade.

The all - new 2014 Toyota Corolla with its significant changes in design, performance and better fuel economy, is priced only $ 120 above the last year model (for LE grade), Toyota announced today.

A library of above - grade walls with historically successful performance was used to calibrate WUFI (Wärme und Feuchte instationär) software models.