Archive for the ‘Standards & Assessments’ Category

Science as Inquiry Through Physical Science [webinar]

Sunday, December 17th, 2006

Dr. Doreen Ferko presented this webinar on March 1, 2005. Dr. Ferko discussed how to address the science standard, inquiry, via the content of physical science. Suggestions for including students with special needs was also discussed. Also provided were examples of physical science demonstrations that address the national science standard.
View presentation slides and handout

Adaptations Are Essential Early Years Writing: A Resource Guide for Adapting Learning and Assessment Tasks for Students with Mild Disabilities [pdf]

Sunday, December 17th, 2006

Adaptations Are Essential is a series of resource guides written for teachers and other service providers who work with students with mild disabilities. The guides describe strategies for aligning students’ individualized education programs (IEPs) with the State of Washington’s essential academic learning requirements (EALRs). Separate resource guides have been developed for mathematics, reading, and writing.

Early Reading Assessment: A Guiding Tool for Instruction

Sunday, December 17th, 2006

This brief provides information on the purpose and benefits of assessment, as well as examples of assessments for specific areas of reading and resources for additional information.

Research Proven Strategies in Mathematics [ppt]

Thursday, December 14th, 2006

This presentation provides information on the current research base for mathematics. Includes historical perspectives, current standards, and the five components required for effective math instruction.
Math Handout