Readworks.org has posted a nice selection of election related K-12 articles and curriculum. Check them out here.
Author: Roy Sovis
Formative Assessment Professional Learning
All teacher evaluation systems include educators being rated on how well they implement formative assessment. Reasons for inclusion in each system become obvious when reviewing the supporting research. It shows when implemented with fidelity, formative assessment can double the pace of student of learning. To take your formative assessment practice to the next level, take … Continue reading Formative Assessment Professional Learning
HS Civics: Free Professional Learning and Resources
If you are a HS Civics Teacher and are looking for a way to engage students in investigating public policy issues at the local, state or national level, then be sure to check Project Citizen. Details about this professional learning opportunity can found here. The grant funding the project pays for substitute teacher coverage, a … Continue reading HS Civics: Free Professional Learning and Resources
Understanding 3rd Grade Reading Bill
Genesee ISD Assistant Superintendent Mary Behm put together a slide show to inform educators about the bill. It can be accessed here.
New MS Resources
If you are a Middle School Social Studies Educator and are not involved in the GIANTS professional development series, then you are missing out! "Because of the recent updates to the Michigan Grade Level Content Expectations, the focus on world geography at the 6th grade level and ancient world history at the 7th grade level … Continue reading New MS Resources
Adaptive Learning and Progress 