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Engaging Literacy Activities A Case Study, Tiffanie Dawn Meridth
Engaging Literacy Activities A Case Study, Tiffanie Dawn Meridth
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The Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI) in Washington State has adopted Common Core Standards. The reading curriculum given to teachers most often reflects the appropriate grade level materials, but does not necessarily meet common core standards, engage students in learning, or prepare students to pass the end of year exams. In this study, engaging classroom literacy activities will be developed and aligned with learning targets associated with common core standards for sixth grade students. A variety of materials will be used for activities to include: novel sets, picture books, social studies curriculum, and additional teacher resources. It …
Preparing Algebra Students For Washington State’S End Of Course Exam, Mallory Jane Neher
Preparing Algebra Students For Washington State’S End Of Course Exam, Mallory Jane Neher
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This project was a response to the changes in the Washington State math assessments for high school students. Algebra was the focus of this curriculum alignment and resources were created to better help Washington State students pass their Algebra End of Course exam. A significant part of the project was the course-pacing guide, standards mapping, and integrated content and language objectives that were written for key lessons that specifically addressed state standards. Lastly, there was a tool designed for students to monitor and track their own progress with the Algebra state standards.
A Service Delivery Model For A Handicapped Preschool In A Rural Area, Karen Louise Holenbeck
A Service Delivery Model For A Handicapped Preschool In A Rural Area, Karen Louise Holenbeck
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A preschool model for 3-5 year old rural handicapped children is based on developmental skills in the areas of receptive and expressive language acquisition, fine and gross motor movement and beginning cognitive skills. Also included, to facilitate the establishment of a new rural preschool is a list of materials needed to begin the program and a list of free and low cost legal, medical, and assessment services. The need for rural preschool programs is discussed as well as reasons for growth of preschool in Washington state.