Task Screener

Criterion A. Tasks are driven by high-quality scenarios that are grounded in phenomena or problems.

Evidence of quality for Criterion A: [ ] No

[ ] Inadequate

[x] Adequate

[ ] Extensive

Suggestions for improvement of the task for Criterion A: Ensure the phenomenon is framed in a way that is relevant to students across Connecticut.

Criterion B. Tasks require sense-making using the three dimensions.

Evidence of quality for Criterion B: [ ] No

[ ] Inadequate

[ ] Adequate

[x] Extensive

Suggestions for improvement of the task for Criterion B: The task effectively requires the integration of mathematical representations with carrying capacity concepts.

Criterion C. Tasks are fair and equitable.

Evidence of quality for Criterion C: [ ] No

[ ] Inadequate

[x] Adequate

[ ] Extensive

Suggestions for improvement of the task for Criterion C: Provide context for students who may not be familiar with black bear behaviors or habitats.

Criterion D. Tasks support their intended targets and purpose.

Evidence of quality for Criterion D: [ ] No

[ ] Inadequate

[x] Adequate

[ ] Extensive

Suggestions for improvement of the task for Criterion D: Provide a rubric that clearly outlines expectations for the mathematical representation.

Overall Summary

Final recommendation (choose one):

Use this task (all criteria had at least an “adequate” rating)
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