References and Resources
This could be a very long list, as it is very easy to
quickly become overwhelmed by articles, reports, data,
and opinions on this topic. Therefore, I've attempted
to narrow it down to the "Top
10 WASL Resources" for
anyone who would like to get a better handle on the topic. Many
of these are already linked within the Webquest itself.
The Office of
the Superintendent of Public Instruction -
Better known as OSPI, this link will take you to the
source of many of the links included
in this Webquest and all things WASL. It's
not the easiest site to navigate, but it does seem to
be improving.
No
Child Left Behind - Here's where you
can learn all about the federal law behind "adequate
yearly progress." Remember,
the WASL was in place long before NCLB--our state
uses the WASL as its "AYP" yardstick. Like
the OSPI site, you'll find an overwhelming amount of
information here--just be sure to start with the "overview"
links. Note: this link is also available throughout
the Webquest in the left navigation bar.
WASL
Resource Center 2006 -
New for March 2006, this project provides a variety of
resources, including links to sample questions and
the latest information about retakes (but not nearly
as much as this site!).
The
EALRs and the GLEs - This is the easiest
Web-based means for accessing our state's learning
standards. You'll
also find links here that will allow you to download
information or order printed copies. This link
is also in the left navigation bar.
Washington
State School Report Cards - Do want data
on how kids are doing around the state? Start here! This
site breaks down the information by demographics, makes
comparisons between schools, provides historical information,
and much more. It's so good, it too is included
in the left navigation bar!
The Washington State
Board of Education - Another site
with great resources, including the latest information
on graduation requirements and useful links for parents,
students, and teachers.
Graduation
Requirements -
Here are the lastest handbooks in English and Spanish that provide all the details.
List of Educational Acronyms - WASL, NCLB, GLE, EALR,
AYP, OSPI--it's enough to drive anyone crazy. IMHO,
keeping all of these acronyms straight can be a real
PITA. This
list will help.
WASL
Q and A - This is a nice, simple document from
the Seattle
Post-Intelligencer that addresses many of
the common questions surrounding the WASL. It was
published in 2005.
The
Class of 2008: Facing the Test - Keep checking this
ongoing special report from The
Seattle Times for updates
on the WASL, interesting profiles of students, and many
other features and opinions.
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