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April 6, 2022
Rubrics for assessing student learning are designed and implemented differently depending on whether they are deficit- or strengths-based. Learn why a strengths-based approach is more effective.
April 1, 2022
The pandemic has significantly impacted assessment and accountability systems. Recently, WestEd's experts met to discuss lessons learned from the pandemic and implications for the future.
April 1, 2022
WestEd’s Elsa Billings and Aída Walqui explore the “zone of proximal development,” perhaps one of the most common and yet misunderstood terms in education.
March 21, 2022
Geared toward families of English Learners in grades PreK through 5, these accessible family and caregiver activities help children hone their language skills while engaging in everyday activities.
March 7, 2022
The two resources highlighted in this Spotlight support state education agency leaders in identifying and addressing long-standing systemic inequities.
March 1, 2022
Colorado, Indiana, Nebraska, Oklahoma, and Vermont education leaders share the lessons they've learned while creating and implementing results-based accountability and support systems.
