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What Matters Gets Measured: Defining and Evaluating Student Goals

Defined Learning

Portrait of a Graduate (PoG) competencies — such as communication, critical thinking, collaboration, and problem-solving — are crucial for student success beyond school. Schools and districts must establish, measure, and assess PoG attributes and one easy way to do that is through Project-Based Learning.

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 Greater Impact with High-Quality Instructional Materials

Defined Learning

They are intended to support teaching and learning through effective instruction helping students achieve academic success. HQIM are designed to provide teachers with resources that are: Aligned to academic standards Reflect the best available research and are Engaging and relevant to students.