​National Board Toolkit

NBCT Toolkit Overview

The National Board Certification Toolkit consists of materials designed to support candidates throughout their National Board journey. CERRA continuously updates these materials. Professional Learning Facilitators (PLFs) and other NBCTs who are supporting candidates are encouraged to check this page before making any presentations.

The Toolkit materials are organized around the four Components of the National Board process. Each workshop can stand alone and workshops may be conducted in any sequence to meet the needs of the candidates. Candidate support providers may present each workshop over several sessions or may select to conduct only those portions of the workshop relevant to the needs of the Candidates at that time.

It is important to note, National Board materials are not included as part of the workshops, but serve as an important resource for candidates. The materials National Board provides may change or be adaptive. In an effort to provide candidates the most current version of National Board materials, we highly suggest candidate support providers demonstrate how to access these materials.​



Awareness

The National Board Awareness PowerPoint should be used to provide potential candidates with an overview of the National Board process. The workshop is designed to last about an hour.
Download Awareness Powerpoint

Maintenance of Certification (MOC)

The National Board Maintenance of Certification (MOC) PowerPoint should be used to provide NBCTs with an overview of the MOC process. The workshop is designed to last about an hour.
Download MOC PowerPoint.

Component One

​Content Knowledge is a computer-based assessment focused on the demonstration of certificate specific content knowledge and pedagogical practices. Component One is assessed through the completion of three constructed response exercises and approximately 45 selected response items. The PowerPoint, activities, and handouts found below can be used to support candidates as they prepare for Component One. ​
Download COmponent One PowerPoint
Download Round the Room (Workshop 3: Activity 1)
Download Dissecting Descriptions (Workshop 3: Activity 2)
Download Dissecting Descriptions Handout (Workshop 3: Activity 2: Handout 1)

Journaling

Candidate support providers have the option of asking candidates to keep a journal of the workshops they attend. Each activity includes processing questions that could be used as journaling activities during the workshop or as a take-away from the workshop.

As candidates grow through the process, the journal will serve as important documentation of their growth. It will also be an important reference for candidates following workshops when they are working independently.

Note Regarding Candidate Support: Candidate support providers are reminded to adhere to the ethical standards and guidelines established by National Board and CERRA. This toolkit is meant to preserve the quality of support candidates are provided, as well as guide candidate support providers to providing support that is beneficial and in the best interest of all parties.

Materials for Facilitators Only
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Cohort for Components One and Three

The documents contained in this folder are designed for Professional Learning Facilitators (PLF) to use in support of candidates pursuing National Board Certification.  These documents support candidates in the completion of Components 1 and 3.  The cohort is a year-long support system guided by a PLF familiar with the ethical guidelines provided by the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards.  Districts are welcome to use these materials for this purpose.  Please note that no individual or organization can use these materials for profit.  These documents are not intended for individual use as the activities contained within them are meant for group work.  Individuals needing support should contact their district’s National Board liaison for guidance on finding support.  
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The support documents, handouts, and other resources are all provided under the tabs for each meeting. Links to the PowerPoint presentations are provided as well. PLFs may request access to these materials. Please allow time for us to grant access after the request is made. 
POWERPOINTS FOR ALL 10 MEETINGS

Cohort for Components Two and Four

The documents contained in this folder are designed for Professional Learning Facilitators (PLF) to use in support of candidates pursuing National Board Certification.  These documents support candidates in the completion of Components 2 and 4.  The cohort is a year-long support system guided by a PLF familiar with the ethical guidelines provided by the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards.  Districts are welcome to use these materials for this purpose.  Please note that no individual or organization can use these materials for profit.  These documents are not intended for individual use as the activities contained within them are meant for group work.  Individuals needing support should contact their district’s National Board liaison for guidance on finding support.  

The support documents, handouts, and other resources are all provided under the tabs for each meeting. Links to the PowerPoint presentations are provided as well. PLFs may request access to the PowerPoint presentations. Please allow time for us to grant access after the request is made. ​
POWERPOINTS FOR ALL 10 MEETINGS