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Publisher
CTB McGraw-Hill
Pub. Date
2010.
Language
English
Description
This interpretation guide provides information about the CELApro administered in 2010. CELApro is the language proficiency assessment used as one data point in the body of evidence for classifying and monitoring the progress of English Learners (ELs) in the acquisition of English. This assessment measures social and academic language use in four major skill areas-Listening, Speaking, Reading, and Writing-along a continuum of five language development...
Author
Publisher
Colorado Department of Education, COVID-19 Policy Implications Stakeholder Group
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
In the 2020 legislative session, the Colorado General Assembly included in the School Finance Act the creation of a stakeholder group to address issues for students, schools and districts presented by the COVID-19 crisis. The charge of the COVID-19 Policy Implications Stakeholder Group was to review the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and the resulting disruption to the 2019-20 school year, and to make recommendations regarding whether and how to...
Publisher
Colorado Department of Education
Pub. Date
2015.
Language
English
Description
During the legislative cycle of 2015, HB 15-1323 concerning assessments in public schools was passed. This law has impact on the administration and use of state assessments, accreditation ratings and school plan types, school readiness and educator effectiveness, among other requirements.
Author
Publisher
Public Good Incorporated
Pub. Date
2005.
Language
English
Description
This final report presents the results of the external evaluation studies of Colorado Online Learning by external Consultant Dixie Griffin Good. The evaluation period covers three years, from the Fall 2002 though Summer 2005, coinciding with COLs three-year grant from the Colorado Department of Education. By most measures, COL can be considered a successful program. It expands opportunities for Colorado students through combining high-quality courses,...
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Publisher
Colorado Department of Education
Pub. Date
2014.
Language
English
Description
As Colorado implements new standards and assessments, some adjustments will need to be made to the state's accountability system. The greatest impact will come in the spring of 2015 with the transition from the reading, writing and mathematics Transitional Colorado Assessment Program (TCAP) assessments to the Colorado Measures of Academic Success (CMAS) assessments that include the Partnership for Assessment of Readiness for College and Careers (PARCC)...
Publisher
Colorado Legacy Foundation
Pub. Date
[2012]
Language
English
Description
This strategic overview shares the vision and commitment in Colorado to transform the student learning experience, close achievement gaps, and ensure college and career readiness for all students. Developed by CDE and CLF, the five-year statewide plan sets ambitious strategic goals and outlines the initial slate of detailed initiatives and related funding requirements to drive progress toward those goals over the next two years. The plan identifies...
Publisher
Colorado Department of Education
Pub. Date
2015.
Language
English
Description
Every Colorado child in every classroom deserves to have excellent teachers and school leaders who are supported in their professional growth. That means educators need clear, frequent feedback about how their teaching and leadership impact student learning. To meet these goals, in 2010 Colorado lawmakers passed Senate Bill 10-191, changing how principals and teachers are supported and evaluated with the goal of ensuring college and career readiness...
Publisher
Colorado Department of Education
Pub. Date
2014.
Language
English
Description
Overall, Colorado districts succeeded in administering the state's first online state wide assessments. Challenges were encountered along the way; however, districts and schools were committed to working through them in a manner that allowed students to complete testing. Lessons learned during the science and social studies administration and the PARCC administration will be invaluable to improving next year's assessment administration. Many of the...
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Publisher
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Pub. Date
2021
Language
English
Description
Many students struggle with test taking: distractions, stress, fear, and trouble concentrating are the chief culprits. Even if you don't struggle, you may still want to improve your test scores. Researchers have found that practicing mindfulness can boost your performance and test scores. And this book will show you how. In this groundbreaking book designed for busy students, you will learn exactly how to use mindfulness to: improve your focus, overcome...
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