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Friday - October 4, 2013
Smarter Balanced Field Test: Districts Encouraged to Participate
Thursday - September 19, 2013
Smarter Balanced Adopts Usability, Accessibility, and Accommodations Guidelines
Thursday - September 19, 2013
Smarter Balanced Launches Webpage to Reach Broader Audience
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The ability to communicate well--to read, write, listen, and speak--prepares students for life. Language skills are essential tools not only because they serve as the necessary basis for further learning and career development but also because they enrich the human experience and foster responsible citizenship.

	Standards English Language Arts standards, standards-based resources, and documents. On October 28, 2010 the State Board of Education adopted the Common Core State Standards (CCSS) for English Language Arts & Literacy.
	Assessment Links to subject-specific assessment materials in Reading, Writing, and Speaking.
	Content & Assessment 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.
	English Language Arts Newsletter The Oregon English Language Arts Teacher Update is a monthly e-newsletter distributed by listserv.

	Curriculum & Instruction (2002-03 Standards) Lesson materials, progress monitoring resources, and information on research into practice.
	Oregon K-12 Literacy Framework The literacy framework is designed to support districts and schools as they work toward every student reading at grade-level and earning an Oregon Diploma.
	Professional Development ODE supported professional development and professional development partnerships.
	Professional Organizations Local and national organizations dedicated to improved English Language Arts instruction.
	Frequently Asked Questions Answers to some of the most frequently asked questions about English Language Arts instruction.

Contacts

Ken Hermens (503) 947-5830
Assessment and Accountability - Specialist, English Language Arts
Karin Moscon (503) 947-5706
Secondary/Post Secondary Transitions - Education Program Specialist, CTE Civil Rights