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Washington Quality Review Rubric for Lessons & Units Used in Dual Language Settings

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This rubric is designed to evaluate lessons that may extend over a few periods or days, or units that include integrated and focused lessons that extend over a longer period of time. The criteria and measures are designed to assist educators in determining the strengths of materials and instructional activities and their ability to be utilized in culturally and linguistically sustaining dual language classrooms. This rubric can be used to: • Review existing lessons and units on the Washington OER Hub and/or in the classroom for quality, alignment to Washington State Learning Standards, and readiness for Dual Language settings. • Inform the development of new lessons and units in either language of instruction across content areas. • Build the capacity of educators to evaluate and improve the quality of instructional materials for use in their classrooms and programs.

Material Type: Teaching/Learning Strategy

Authors: Ema Shirk, OSPI

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The State We're In: Washington (Chinese Translation)

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Seattle Public Schools OER Grant has produced Chinese translations of The State We're In for use in Middle School Mandarin Dual Language Immersion Programs. The State We’re In: Washington is an online and printed educational publication written by Jill Severn for the League of Women Voters of Washington Education Fund. Part of a larger Civic Education Project, this instructional resource establishes the link between public participation and effective government. Colorful graphs, historical photos and thought-provoking illustrations help to describe the basics of government, and the connection between a governing authority and culture and economy. Young readers and adults alike will gain a robust sense of past and present tribal governance and their relationship to state and local government in Washington. 

Material Type: Textbook

Author: Thad Williams

The State We're In: Washington - Eighth Edition

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The State We’re In: Washington is a digital and printed educational publication written by Jill Severn for the League of Women Voters of Washington Education Fund. Part of a larger Civic Education Project, this instructional resource establishes the link between public participation and effective government. Colorful graphs, historical photos and thought-provoking illustrations help to describe the basics of government, and the connection between a governing authority and culture and economy. Young readers and adults alike will gain a robust sense of past and present tribal governance and their relationship to state and local government in Washington.Teacher guides to accompany this resource as well as translated versions are included.

Material Type: Reading, Textbook

Authors: Barbara Soots, Washington OSPI OER Project, Jerry Price, Kari Tally

The State We're In: Washington (Spanish Translation)

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Overview: Seattle Public Schools OER Grant has produced Spanish translations of The State We're In for use in Middle School Spanish Dual Language Immersion Programs. The State We’re In: Washington is an online and printed educational publication written by Jill Severn for the League of Women Voters of Washington Education Fund. Part of a larger Civic Education Project, this instructional resource establishes the link between public participation and effective government. Colorful graphs, historical photos and thought-provoking illustrations help to describe the basics of government, and the connection between a governing authority and culture and economy. Young readers and adults alike will gain a robust sense of past and present tribal governance and their relationship to state and local government in Washington. 

Material Type: Textbook

Author: Thad Williams

Improper Fraction - PhET Interactive Simulations

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Build equivalent fractions with different denominators. Match shapes and numbers to earn stars in the game. Challenge yourself on any level you like. Try to collect lots of stars!

Material Type: Activity/Lab, Lesson, Lesson Plan, Simulation

Authors: Diana L Pez, Francisco Vilar Vasconcelos Raphael Alves Feitosa, Isadora Siqueira, Janelle Stanton, Leidiane Peixoto, Lilian Silva, Mait Vitorino E Nayara Voigt, PhET at University of Colorado, Sherene Irvine, Traducci N Mayra Tavares, Trish Loeblein

Bomba: Género de música

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Students will investigate musical genres in Spanish Speaking countries in order to better understand the history and influences that created the music, as well as the cultural connections/impact of the music today. Begin studying Bomba as a class and work through the investigation process together; then students can select a different genre of music to research and explore before creating a visual essay about their topic.The complete lesson plan included is the 4th class period of a 8-10 period unit of study; the complete unit slides are included in the resource folder with all readings, videos, etc. Lessons are in Spanish, but could be adapted for an English class with Spanish translanguaging as many of the videos are included with closed captions. 

Material Type: Lesson, Lesson Plan, Unit of Study

Authors: Kellie Rosenberger, Oregon Open Learning