A Different Day Dr. June Atkinson State Superintendent February 18, 2009
Wyoming Korea
ECU: 20/31 NCSU: 7/17 UNC-Ch: 4/8
Children Under 12
Digital Learning Platform
Standard Course of Study
Assessments
Virtual Learning
Experts
National Voluntary Standards Reading Mathematics
25 Projects
Pockets of Potential: Using Mobile Technologies to Promote Children’s Learning New industry designs and educational applications Digital teacher corps Restriction policy changes
Graduation Rate
CCSSO Assessment Projects Social Studies Early Childhood Education English/Language Development Health Education Science Education
Computer-based testing Web-based testing
Predictions for NCLB More balanced, comprehensive assessment system Greater differentiation in testing Greater focus on graduation rates Focus on innovation and technology
Stimulus Package “Race to the Top” College-ready, career-ready Internationally- benchmarked standards Data systems Better assessments Arne Duncan US Secretary of Education
Some All CannotCan
Met Not Yet Met
System Along the way rather than at the end
Transition
Long-term vs. Short-term
“We value what we measure rather measure what we value.”
“…. learning assessment is crucial in providing appropriate and timely feedback to students and teachers.…” Richard Hersh Teaching to a Test Worth Teaching to in College and High School
Digital Learning Platform
Standard Course of Study
Assessments
Virtual Learning
Experts
Professional Development
North Carolina Accountability Conference Dr. June Atkinson State Superintendent February 18, 2009