Answers to the most frequently asked questions that I encounter when facilitating a system-wide shift to standards based grading, complete… more

Whenever you use active and project-based learning approaches, assessment becomes more challenging. When you intentionally focus on skills such as… more

This tool guides grade level and content area teams to plan for language development in content lessons by considering which… more

This sample World History ‘Learning Log’ resource. Pirates and Pioneers, was developed for grades 3,4, 5 &/or 6 classes for… more

This sample Primary Fiction ‘Learning Log’, Action Ahoy,resource for Grades 1 & 2 classes was developed for a school with… more

This sample integrated Math and Science ‘Learning Log’ resource for kindergarten classes was developed for a school with an environmental… more

The IDEAL Writing Process emerged from work over two decades that began with the goal, at first, of helping boys… more

Writers may use this tool to tinker with varied approaches that bring small moments to life. Invite writers to use… more

This is one of two sets of reflective questions that may be used by writers before, during, and after writing. … more

This document includes prompts that inspire writers to reflect throughout the entire process, in order to become more mindful of… more

This poster uses Bloom’s Revised Taxonomy to categorize question stems based on their cognitive complexity.  You can replace the verbs… more

The internet can be a treasure trove of free educational resources. But, it can sometimes be hard to find just… more

This graphic explains what exactly is depth of knowledge.  It’s based on Dr. Norman Webb’s research with aligning assessments, Dr…. more

Assessment is more than a test. With more student-focused and embedded assessment comes empowerment and accountability. When the assessment is… more

Born out of the Let Them Speak! Project, these reflective prompts for teachers and school leaders act as great discussion… more

Testing is often viewed through the lens of success or defeat when in truth, it is about improvement. Everyone wants… more

It’s true: assessment can support learning and help students remember what they learned. These 4 actions will ensure that your… more

The chart provides some basic information on the stages of language acquisition and general ideas of how teachers can support… more

English Language Development (ELD) specialists are now expected to take on more and more roles and be skilled in areas… more

Do you ever wonder what to do once you get the data, evidence, and information on student learning? Here’s a… more