Running the Track: Standard 8.F.4 - Construct a function to model a linear relationship between two quantities. Determine the rate of change and initial value of the function from a description of a relationship or from two (x, y) values, including reading these from a table or from a graph. Interpret the rate of change and initial value of a linear function in terms of the situation it models, and in terms of its graph or a table of values.
This formative assessment exemplar was created by a team of Utah educators to be used as a resource in the classroom. It was reviewed for appropriateness by a Bias and Sensitivity/Special Education team and by state mathematics leaders. While no assessment is perfect, it is intended to be used as a formative tool that enables teachers to obtain evidence of student learning, identify assets and gaps in that learning, and adjust instruction for the two dimensions that are important for mathematical learning experiences (i.e., Standards for Mathematical Practice, Major Work of the Grade).

STEM in our society allows students to develop critical thinking capabilities to better understand how science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM), impact the human experience in the past, present, or future. This microcredential represents educators' ability to appropriately use science and engineering practices to engage students with STEM and society. This stack of microcredentials fulfills one of the requirements of the pathway for the Secondary Science Endorsement.

This microcredential is the first in the STEM for Teaching K-6 Mathematics microcredential stack. This stack, when completed, meets Requirement Area #3 of the Elementary STEM Endorsement. Through this microcredential applicants demonstrate an ability to identify and distinguish STEM models and identify and describe careers in mathematics and careers that utilize mathematics.

This microcredential is the second in the STEM for Teaching K-6 Mathematics microcredential stack. This stack, when completed, meets Requirement Area #3 of the Elementary STEM Endorsement. Through this microcredential applicants demonstrate they have participated in learning experiences through examination, engagement, and implementation of the Utah Core State Standards for Mathematics and can identify and utilize the Standards for Mathematical Practice.

This microcredential is the third in the STEM for Teaching K-6 Mathematics microcredential stack. This stack, when completed, meets Requirement Area #3 of the Elementary STEM Endorsement. Through this microcredential applicants demonstrate they have participated in learning experiences to develop pedagogical practices that (a) support student discourse skills needed to authentically communicate in mathematics, (b) use each of the Effective Mathematics Teaching Practices, and (c) integrate mathematics with science, engineering, and technology.

This microcredential is the fourth in the STEM for Teaching K-6 Mathematics microcredential stack. This stack, when completed, meets Requirement Area #3 of the Elementary STEM Endorsement. Through this microcredential applicants demonstrate the ability to create effective student-centered learning environments and instruction with authentic connections between science and technology, engineering design, and mathematics.

This microcredential is the first in the STEM for Teaching K-6 Science microcredential stack. This stack, when completed, meets Requirement Area #1 of the Elementary STEM Endorsement. Through this microcredential applicants demonstrate an ability to identify and distinguish STEM models and identify and describe careers in science and careers that utilize science.

This microcredential is the second in the STEM for Teaching K-6 Science microcredential stack. This stack, when completed, meets Requirement Area #1 of the Elementary STEM Endorsement. Through this microcredential applicants demonstrate they have participated in learning experiences through examination, engagement, and implementation of the three dimensions of science instruction, Disciplinary Core Ideas (DCIs), Science and Engineering Practices (SEPs), and Crosscutting concepts (CCCs), including the use of authentic phenomena.

This microcredential is the third in the STEM for Teaching K-6 Science microcredential stack. This stack, when completed, meets Requirement Area #1 of the Elementary STEM Endorsement. Through this microcredential applicants demonstrate the ability to develop pedagogical practices that help students obtain (a) the disciplinary literacy needed to authentically communicate in science and (b) the skills needed to integrate science with other disciplines.

This microcredential is the fourth in the STEM for Teaching K-6 Science microcredential stack. This stack, when completed, meets Requirement Area #1 of the Elementary STEM Endorsement. Through this microcredential applicants demonstrate the ability to create effective student-centered learning environments and instruction with authentic connections between science and technology, engineering design, and mathematics.

This microcredential is the first in the STEM for Teaching K-6 Technology and Engineering microcredential stack. This stack, when completed, meets Requirement Area #2 of the Elementary STEM Endorsement. Through this microcredential, applicants demonstrate they have participated in learning experiences through examination and engagement of engineering design and the Science and Engineering Practices (SEPs).

This microcredential is the second in the STEM for Teaching K-6 Technology and Engineering microcredential stack. This stack, when completed, meets Requirement Area #2 of the Elementary STEM Endorsement. Through this microcredential applicants demonstrate and ability to engage in the use of effective technological practices and standards to support engineering design and the Science and Engineering Practices (SEPs).

This microcredential is the third in the STEM for Teaching K-6 Technology and Engineering microcredential stack. This stack, when completed, meets Requirement Area #2 of the Elementary STEM Endorsement. Through this microcredential applicants demonstrate an ability to identify and distinguish STEM models, identify knowledge and skills needed to effectively integrate STEM disciplines, explain research regarding disciplinary literacy, describe how promote appropriate student communication within engineering, and delineate instructional strategies that promote equitable access in STEM.

This microcredential is the fourth in the STEM for Teaching K-6 Technology and Engineering microcredential stack. This stack, when completed, meets Requirement Area #2 of the Elementary STEM Endorsement. Through this microcredential applicants demonstrate the ability to create effective student-centered learning environments and instruction with authentic connections with science and mathematics.

Scaffolded supports (for example, visual, verbal and written supports) are provided as temporary assistance to students so they can successfully complete tasks that they cannot yet do independently and with a high rate of success. Teachers model and scaffold steps or processes needed to understand content and concepts, apply skills, and complete tasks successfully and independently. Ongoing changes (e.g., pacing, examples, etc.) occur throughout the sequence based on student performance.

Schools and districts wishing to have professional learning they offer considered for approval to satisfy Areas 2, 3, and 4 of the Teacher Mentor Endorsement should complete this application.

The Science Core Guides are created to provide guidance for developing effective instruction aligned to the Utah Science with Engineering Education (SEEd) Standards. They are intended to support teachers, administrators, science specialists, instructional coaches, parents, and other stakeholders as they plan instruction at a local level.

The Science Core Guides are created to provide guidance for developing effective instruction aligned to the Utah Science with Engineering Education (SEEd) Standards. They are intended to support teachers, administrators, science specialists, instructional coaches, parents, and other stakeholders as they plan instruction at a local level.

The Science Core Guides are created to provide guidance for developing effective instruction aligned to the Utah Science with Engineering Education (SEEd) Standards. They are intended to support teachers, administrators, science specialists, instructional coaches, parents, and other stakeholders as they plan instruction at a local level.

The Science Core Guides are created to provide guidance for developing effective instruction aligned to the Utah Science with Engineering Education (SEEd) Standards. They are intended to support teachers, administrators, science specialists, instructional coaches, parents, and other stakeholders as they plan instruction at a local level.