Information and Resources for the Teaching and Learning of English Language Arts (ELA) in Maine.

Standards

Maine has adopted the Common Core State Standards (CCSS) and will make a gradual transition in instruction and accountability systems.

Current state accountability standards for reading and writing assessment in Grades 3-8 and 11.

Current comprehensive standards for essential instruction in ELA.

	K-12 Summer Literacy Institute Common Understanding of Core Learning: Transition Planning for the Common Core State Standards August 20-22, 2012 Click here to learn more.
	Literacy Micro-courses The Literacy Micro-course collection is a professional learning tool developed as a resource to K-5 educators. The courses are designed specifically for teachers seeking to further their knowledge of research-based, literacy-related content and explore methods for applying that knowledge to their classroom practice. Click here to go to the Micro-course homepage. Click here to view the Micro-course introductory webinar. (Flash*)
	ELA Webinar Series - 2011-12 Online professional development presented by Patsy Dunton and Lee Anne Larsen. Click here for more information.
	Understanding the Common Core State Standards Learn more about the Common Core State Standards (CCSS) Initiative in Maine and how it may affect your work. Click here for more information!

Maine ELA ListServ

Keep informed about current developments in Maine ELA.

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Framework for Success in Postsecondary Writing

Created by the National Writing Project and Writing Program Administrators, this framework describes what students need to know and be able to do as successful composition students.

Click here to view or download. (PDF)

Professional ELA Organizations

Click on an image below to learn more about these excellent professional organizations.

Maine Reading First

A federal grant program that supports teachers and K-3 students in low performing schools. Click here for more information.

Literacy Links

An electronic newsletter published monthly for educators which provides research about a variety of literacy topics, instructional resources related to these topics, and information about professional development opportunities. http://www.maine.gov/education/rf/newsletters/index.html

If you have questions or comments regarding anything found on this website, please contact Patsy Dunton, ELA Specialist (patsy.dunton@maine.gov) or Leeann Larsen, Literacy Specialist (leeann.larsen@maine.gov).

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English Language Arts Info

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Learning results Information

Information and Resources for the Teaching and Learning of English Language Arts (ELA) in Maine.

K-12 Summer Literacy Institute

Literacy Micro-courses

ELA Webinar Series - 2011-12

Understanding the Common Core State Standards