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= __**//Welcome to the Content Leaders Virtual Convening//**__ =

=We will use this space to share resources, meeting information, and documents supporting content area leaders within the Lincoln Intermediate Unit. Invitations to join are extended to groups who lead groups of teachers including department chairs, grade level chairs, as well as groups formerly known as Literacy Advisory Council, Literacy Coaches, Math Coaches, and the Math Leadership Network.=

= March 26, 2012 - Common Core State Standards, Next Generation Science Standards = English language learners (ELLs) are the fastest growing group of students in the United States and among the lowest achieving, as measured by standardized tests and graduation rates. The teaching resources that are appearing for meeting the needs of Engligh Language Learners are good for ALL students. A brief (10 slide) power point highlights the connections between language and the content areas.

STEP #1 : View the BRIEF (10 slide, mostly graphics) power point

STEP #2 : Go to //Understanding Language// site, scroll down to the BIG RED buttons, click on your content area and read an example unit/lesson plan. [|Understanding Language] STEP #3 Read an Education Week article

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b. STEP #4 Please post a commnet or question about the unit/lesson plan and/or article you reviewed in the Google form below. The form can also be used to pose questions on the Common Core in general as well. media type="custom" key="22559634"
 * After you type your question you will need to scroll down to find the "submit" button.**
 * Your submitted question will then appear in the spreadsheet below**

STEP #5: View others responses.

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STEP #6: To see what was shared at the previous virtual convening sessions follow the links below.

November 30, 2012 Virtual Convening

December 20, 2012 Virtual Convening

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