The Learning Bridges® System consists of:
- The Aligned Instructional
Database is aligned to State Standards in Language Arts and Math for
grades K-12.
- A Teacher Practices Guide
provides 24/7 access to the instructional strategies that make the most difference
in learning for each standard – in rank order of their power to impact learning.
- The Synthesis System
allows educators to determine the most effective instructional interventions for
the standards identified as low performing based on benchmark or state assessments
to link assessment results, student performance goals, instructional strategies,
and targeted professional development.
- The Strategy Assessment System
and Reports determine the proficiency of teachers on the research-based strategies
aligned to State Standards.
- The NEW Teacher Basics Assessment System
and Reports measure the proficiency of teachers on the basics of teaching
to support teacher induction, retention, and Alternative Certification Programs.
- The Implementation Training
and Coaching assures a systemic approach to improving achievement through
instruction. The resulting Professional Learning Communities
(both ONLINE and ONSITE)
will support the improvement of achievement through instructional practice with
a system-wide support network.
- The Administrative Reports
provides aggregated information to monitor the implementation of the Learning Bridges
System.
- The Professional Development System
allows educators to learn the instructional strategies that impact academic achievement
and the basics of instructional practice. Courses are instructor led, performance-based,
aligned to State Standards, meet ALL National Staff Development Standards, and ALL
NSDC/NICI E-Learning Standards to deliver a high-quality learning experience for
teachers.
- The Program Evaluation,
co-developed by McREL (Mid-continent Research on Education and Learning), examines
the depth of application IN THE CLASSROOM.
- The Parent Activities Report,
provides activities for K – 8 parents that will assist their child’s performance
in the classroom.
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