With 2017 already here, the Education Department wants to take this opportunity to bring you up-to-date on all the things we are excited to deliver to the system within the coming months.
Algebra Test Update:
The Algebra Assessment and curriculum (replacement for Core 9) has been in testing since mid-November. We are happy to report that by mid-January, we will have received all feedback from Franchisees in the test group and will begin our final revision process. Stay tuned for updates on a formal release for this material.
Algebra WOB:
The process of creating an Algebra WOB to support the new Algebra curriculum is underway. Methods to solve more “advanced” linear equations, data and statistics, problem solving strategies, HS-level number sense, and algebraic thinking are just some of the elements of this WOB. We hope to deliver this to the system within a reasonable timeframe after the release of the “new 9.”
Focus On Release:
There are five new Focus Ons available in the library for immediate assignment.
- FO 2001: Dimensional Analysis
- FO 2002: Metric and Customary Measurement
- FO 2003: Introduction to Combinatorics
- FO 2004: Approximating Pi Using Regular Polygons
- FO 2005: Counting Systems (not Base 10)
Numerical Fluency Answer Keys:
Numerical Fluency PKs now have full Answer Key support.
WOB 0:
WOB 0 has been revised. These revisions include updated problem selection, larger numbers to extend Numerical Fluency, updated page formatting, and Answer Keys that have undergone thorough validation.
Geometry Readiness:
The Geometry Readiness curriculum project has begun. The goal will be to provide the system with an Assessment/curriculum targeting the essential introductory topics a student will need to be successful upon entry to a HS Geometry course. The program will provide foundational support to students during the school year or engage students in a “Geometry preview”.
Multiplication Mastery Checkup:
M2 Assessment entry is now available for the comprehensive, 169-fact Multiplication Mastery Post-Assessment. You may find this under “Numerical Fluency” in the dropdown menu.
Retirement of Core 8:
The release of Algebra Readiness/High School Fundamental Skills back in March [1] means that both the Core 8 Assessments and associated curriculum will soon be formally retired, likely coinciding with the release of the new Algebra Assessment. Immediate steps should be taken to close out any existing Core 8 Learning Plans.
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3 Comments To "Education Department Update: Hello, 2017!"
#1 Comment By Laurie Shappee On January 5, 2017 @ 7:00 pm
We are so excited to have the Algebra 1 test since seeing it at the conference. It will be a definite plus for all of our high school students! Can’t wait to have it.
#2 Comment By Forrest Lum On January 7, 2017 @ 1:01 pm
Yes!
We really need this update as the gap between expectations of school curriculum and student readiness is growing! It puts parents and students in a terrible situation.
Can’t wait.
Aloha,
Forrest
#3 Comment By Sri Ganti On January 27, 2017 @ 2:54 pm
We are waiting for the new Algebra assessment and curriculum. How soon will it be released?