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Does Washington State teach common core math?
In 2011, Washington formally adopted the Learning Standards (Common Core State Standards) for English Language Arts and Mathematics.
Who qualifies for WA aim?
Who takes the WA-AIM? Students in grades 3-8 and 10 (for ELA & Math) and grade 11 (science) with significant cognitive challenges that are documented in their Individualized Education Program (IEP).
What is the name of the standards that we use here in Washington state for kindergarten through 12th grade?
Common Core State Standards (CCSS) are a common set of learning standards for mathematics and English Language Arts (ELA) that have been adopted by 45 states. Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) are a common set of learning standards for science and were adopted by Washington state in 2013.
What should you include in a Common Core lesson?
You should include how you will access background knowledge, what you will do to introduce the material, and how students will practice and show mastery of the concept. Materials: a list of everything you and the students will use during the lesson. Assessment: explain what you will use to assess student learning.
What states have not adopted Common Core?
The four states that never adopted the Standards are Virginia, Texas, Alaska, and Nebraska.
How do you make sure your lessons are aligned to Common Core standards?
10 Tips for Aligning Your Curriculum to the Common Core State…
- Collaborate with Other Teachers.
- Utilize Online Resources.
- Use Pre-Aligned Curriculum.
- Read Current Articles.
- Focus on Foundational Skills.
- Use Your Creativity.
- Work Backwards.
- Attend In-Service Trainings.
Can you give me an example of how you make learning fun?
To make learning fun, tailor lessons to students’ interests and hobbies to better engage their interest. For example if a student is interested in trucks, find books and educational games about trucks. You can also allow students to bring in materials, such as books, games, or apps to share with the class.
How do you make an assessment valid?
What are some ways to improve validity?
- Make sure your goals and objectives are clearly defined and operationalized.
- Match your assessment measure to your goals and objectives.
- Get students involved; have the students look over the assessment for troublesome wording, or other difficulties.
What is OSPI’s role in assessing learning standards?
As required by state law, OSPI develops the state’s learning standards (RCW 28A.655.070) and oversees the assessment of the learning standards for state and federal accountability purposes.
What are CBAS and OSPI tests?
OSPI-Developed Assessments (formerly CBAs) and OSPI-Developed Performance Assessments (formerly CBPAs): The state develops classroom-based assessments for the Arts, Educational Technology, Health and Physical Education, and Social Studies based on the state’s learning standards to help guide day-to-day instruction.
What is the computer science team at OSPI like?
The Computer Science team at OSPI consists of staff across the subjects of ELA, math, science, educational technology, and career and technical education.
What is an OSPI-developed Social Studies Assessment?
The OSPI-Developed Social Studies Assessments (formerly CBAs) are multi-stepped tasks or projects aligned to specific state learning standards (Social Studies EALRs/GLEs), which target skills and knowledge necessary for engaged, informed citizenship.