Southeast Washington Design Cohort June 23-26 You are invited to join the Southeast Washington Design Cohort for the Smarter Balanced Digital Library! 9:00AM to 2:00PM Our cohort will work to deepen our understanding of Smarter Balanced Assessment item specifications and the formative assessment process with which resources in the Digital Library are constructed. Ultimately, we endeavor to submit our original work for publication in the Smarter Balanced Digital Library. Our Goals: Deepen our understanding of SBAC item specifications and item construction Examine existing units/lessons for opportunities to infuse with SBAC-style items Design new units/lessons based on the formative assessment process and item specifications Attendees must have: Background in teaching grades 9-12 June 23-26, 2015 ESD 123 Lewis & Clark Room Strong understanding of the Common Core State Standards for ELA/Literacy 3918 W. Court St. w Pasco, WA Some experience with SBAC items/item analysis 20 Clock hours available Desire to create resources for colleagues in our region and beyond! Cost: Free (Please bring a sack lunch) Register online at www.esd123.org/learn For more information, contact Erin Dorso at [email protected]