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Wednesday - January 27, 2010
Public Input Needed on Revision of Oregon Administrative Rule (OAR) for Educational Assistants!
Monday - August 31, 2009
2009-10 Oregon Standards Newspaper is Online!
Wednesday - August 5, 2009
Online Survey to Gather Feedback on the Online Oregon Standards Newspaper
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The benefits of learning a second language go beyond the lifelong ability to communicate with a greater number of people and an enhanced understanding of another culture. Research has demonstrated that the study of a second language also results in improved academic performance, higher order thinking skills, and increased opportunities for success in the expanding global community. Our challenge is to provide all Oregon students with the opportunity to benefit from the study of a second language.

	Standards State and national Second Language standards, grade-level maps, standards-based resources, and documents.
	Assessment Sample scoring guides to assist educators in judging the quality of student performance in relation to content standards.
	Content Panel The Oregon Department of Education establishes a number of Content and Assessment panels to assist in the various activities that surround the academic content standards.
	Publications The Oregon Department of Education provides a variety of publications for parents, educators, and community members.
	Second Language Newsletter The Oregon Second Language Teacher Update is a monthly e-newsletter distributed by listserv.

	Curriculum & Instruction Links to websites and other resources related to second language instruction.
	Professional Development Information on professional development opportunities related to second language education.
	Professional Organizations The state and national organizations listed on this page support the improvement of second language instruction.
	Frequently Asked Questions Find the answers to some of the most frequently asked questions about second language instruction.
	International Exchange Programs Oregon's International Exchange program is designed to help schools provide quality second language instruction and cultural exchange opportunities that serve to enhance the educational experience of Oregon students.