Smarter Balanced is a state-led consortium developing assessments aligned to the Common Core State Standards in English language arts/literacy and mathematics that are designed to help prepare all students to graduate high school college- and career-ready. READ MORE
FAQs for Usability, Accessibility, and Accommodations Guidelines Now Available
Developed by Smarter Balanced member states, with assistance from the National Center on Educational Outcomes, these frequently asked questions address common inquiries from schools and districts about the delivery of universal tools, designated supports, and accommodations. This document supports the Consortium’s Usability, Accessibility, and Accommodations Guidelines—unanimously approved by Governing States in September 2013. READ MORE
Smarter Balanced Adopts Usability, Accessibility, and Accommodations Guidelines
Smarter Balanced Governing States approved Usability, Accessibility, and Accommodations Guidelines for the assessment system. These guidelines will shape the delivery of online testing for all students, including those with visual, auditory, linguistic or physical needs. READ MORE
Governing States Approve Data Privacy Policy Principle
Smarter Balanced member states will develop a data privacy policy consistent with the principle that each member state retains control of its student-level data. READ MORE
Michigan Evaluation Rates Smarter Balanced as Best Meeting State Needs – Joe Willhoft, Executive Director
The Michigan legislature required the state department of education to conduct an evaluation of available assessment options. On December 2, the Michigan Department of Education released a report on the results of its evaluation which found that Smarter Balanced is the only assessment system meeting state needs in each category studied. READ MORE
