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Hi - I just learned that my state has just become a "WIDA state" and I know very little about it. What can you tell me about WIDA that I need to know? Thanks, Mer
ESL standards, I believe. WIDA is like content standards, except for ESL students.

On 6/11/11, Mer wrote: > Hi - I just learned that my state has just become a "WIDA > state" and I know very little about it. What can you tell > me about WIDA that I need to know? Thanks, Mer
Jun 11, 2011
Lori They also have assessments for initial placement and annual progress for ELLS. I guess many states are joining so there will be a common language about levels and common standards.
Jun 12, 2011
pizwit We have use WIDA for the last 5 or so years. I love having the standard that I allign with my states core standards when I teach. Also I really like the assessments - It doesn't leave doubt as to whether a student needs services, continuation or exiting. It is all standardized. I like being able to have the same testing so that I can assess the pro...See More
Jun 14, 2011


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