2012-13 Professional Development

The Maine Department of Education is sponsoring a series of live workshops and webinars related to Alternate Assessment during the 2012-2013 school year.

PAAP Presentations

Three presentations will be available to assist those who are involved in either coordinating the entire testing process or administering the tests.

Introduction to the PAAP Workshop

Intended for educators new to the PAAP process and will cover all facets of administering a PAAP, this material includes details on topics such as participation criteria, using the Task Bank, allowable accommodations, how to administer the assessment, test security and ethics, and returning materials.

Introduction to the PAAP is available to view as an online webinar. Click here to view the presentation. (Flash* - Approximately 184 minutes)

PAAP Updates Webinar

A live PAAP Updates webinar, originally presented on October 29, 2012.

View a recording of this presentation.*

10/17/12

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PAAP Information

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2012-13 Professional Development