One-to-One Technology Device Integration in Grades 3-5 and the Beliefs & Actions of Teachers and District-Level Leaders One-to-One technology initiatives began in the 1990's and have expanded over time. It is not about distributing devices but rather how those devices transform teaching and learning. Educators need to harness the power of…

The Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) provides federal funds to improve elementary and secondary education in the nation's schools. ESSA requires states and Local Educational Agencies (i.e., school districts and charter schools) to take a variety of actions to ensure that all children, regardless of race, socioeconomic status, gender, disability…

This technical report provides an overview of the New York State Alternate Assessment (NYSAA), including a description of the purpose of the NYSAA, the processes utilized to develop and implement the NYSAA program, and Stakeholder involvement in those processes. The purpose of this report is to document the technical aspects of the 2013-14 NYSAA.…