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Three Ways That Rural States Can Become the Hotbeds for School Edtech Innovation

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The journey in Wyoming began with new legislation and funding for the development and implementation of grassroots, K-12 and postsecondary distance education courses and programs. Today, there are 11 school districts and 7 community colleges that have utilized the grant to plant and grow courses and programs that fit their students’ needs.

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5 Principles for Evaluating State Test Scores

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They need to look at the growth story as well as whether or not the students are meeting proficiency standards. Score Distribution Matters: Most state assessments have four or five levels on the proficiency scale, and it’s common to just focus on the number of students meeting or exceeding the standards. WATCH THE EDWEBINAR RECORDING.