Standards-based Learning Opportunities

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The goal of the History-Social Science Standards Management System (HSS SMS) is to provide access to information, resources, and tools needed for effective standards-based instruction.

Using the History-Social Science Standards Management System (HSS SMS)

The flow chart provides a visual representation for planning and assessing effective teaching, supported by the HSS SMS.

• Begin with California History-Social Science Framework and Content Standards to inform learning
• Access the Standards Browser to identify and focus grade level standards for a specific strand and to create pre-assessments
• Once students are assessed, model Unit and Lesson Plans provide examples of instructional design
• Use formative assessments and the Student Record Sheet to organize and track progress to inform instruction needs of individual students
• Administer summative assessments at the end of a unit to indicate student mastery of the content
• The cycle begins again with the standards focus for the next unit of learning

Organization - Tools and Resources

Tools and resources are organized around the Six Effective Practices of high-performing schools:

• Teaching and Learning -strategies and resources for classroom instruction
• Professional Development -opportunities and resources for professional learning
• Culture and Communication -resources for collaboration to enhance learning
• Accountability and Assessment -data tools for monitoring and reporting results
• Community Partnerships -strategies for engaging parents and community members
• Instructional Leadership -leadership resources for all of the areas in Six Effective Practices

View HSS SMS Big Picture - PPT (PowerPoint slide)