Problem: A formal research paper on the principles of standards-based instruction and assessment with a references/citations page and format paper according to APA guidelines.
Included in the essay:
- A comparison of the California ELD standards and the ELA standards, including the difference between English learners' achievement of ELD standards and achievement of ELA standards.
- Choose 1 state-mandated standardized assessment from the following: English Language Performance Assessment of California (ELPAC); or California Assessment of Student Performance and Progress (CAASPP)
- Choose 1 EL program-specific assessment (district-adopted).
- Explain how the 2 can be used in tandem to inform your instructional planning; include:
- Examples
- Pros and cons
- How to apply the data results to instruction