{"type":"video","version":"1.0","html":"<iframe src=\"https://www.loom.com/embed/e507b82803434381bb10020919846f46\" frameborder=\"0\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1440\" webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen allowfullscreen></iframe>","height":1440,"width":1920,"provider_name":"Loom","provider_url":"https://www.loom.com","thumbnail_height":1440,"thumbnail_width":1920,"thumbnail_url":"https://cdn.loom.com/sessions/thumbnails/e507b82803434381bb10020919846f46-361d725d97ea8026.gif","duration":5289.184,"title":"Westmoreland - VA: Mastery Connect Fundamentals for Teachers","description":"\n\n### Introduction and session objectives 0:16\n\n- Kimberly Courtlandt introduced herself and outlined the session's objectives.\n- Participants were instructed to log into Mastery Connect.\n- The session aimed to improve navigation skills, create trackers, utilize features, and understand assessment reports.\n\n### Overview of mastery connect 2:28\n\n- Mastery Connect is a K12 web-based assessment management platform.\n- It provides access to data, reporting, and allows for the creation of formative assessments.\n- The platform supports collaboration and offers flexible assessment delivery methods.\n\n### Its model and mastery levels 3:48\n\n- The ITS model (Identify, Target, Self-Evaluate) was explained as part of the assessment cycle.\n- Mastery levels are indicated by color bands: green (80-100%), yellow (50-79%), and red (below 50%).\n- These levels help identify areas for intervention and celebration.\n\n### Navigation of mastery connect 7:49\n\n- Participants were guided through the navigation bar and its features.\n- Key tabs include Admin, Analytics, Maps, Assessments, and Items.\n- The Help Center and online PD resources were highlighted for additional support.\n\n### Setting up profiles and creating trackers 15:22\n\n- Instructions were given on setting up profiles to ensure correct curriculum map sharing.\n- Participants were shown how to create trackers by selecting subjects, classes, and curriculum maps.\n- Emphasis was placed on editing tracker settings for personalization and collaboration.\n\n### Understanding and using trackers 30:45\n\n- Explanation of tracker buttons and their functions, such as student focus and tool accommodations.\n- Participants learned how to filter and analyze data within trackers.\n- The importance of setting tools and accommodations for individual students was discussed.\n\n### Delivering benchmarks and assessments 52:42\n\n- Different stages of benchmarks were explained, including scheduled, available, paused, and completed.\n- Participants were shown how to access and assess benchmarks through the tracker.\n- Options for delivering assessments via test ID or student portal were discussed.\n\n### Creating item-based assessments 57:36\n\n- Detailed steps for creating item-based assessments were provided.\n- Participants were guided through selecting standards, item types, and using item banks.\n- The process of previewing and publishing assessments was demonstrated.\n\n### Accessing and using reports 1:22:26\n\n- Participants learned how to access reports to drive instruction.\n- Different types of reports, such as item analysis and tracker comparison, were explained.\n- The session concluded with a Q&A and instructions for follow-up actions."}