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How can we integrate NJSLA-A concepts into daily ELA and math instruction to produce measurable gains in student achievement without relying on isolated test preparation?
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What instructional practices will ensure students regularly engage with NJSLA-A-aligned tasks, technology-enhanced items, and performance-based assessments to build confidence and proficiency?
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How do we build teacher capacity to embed standards-aligned formative and summative assessment strategies that improve student performance on the NJSLA-A?
"The facilitator created a supportive learning environment and provided useful tools that can be immediately applied to improve teaching and learning outcomes."
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Opp City School District
As a result of this work
As a result of this work, educators will integrate NJSLA-A concepts and assessment formats into daily English Language Arts and Mathematics instruction, ensuring students build the skills and confidence needed for success throughout the school year. Teachers will leave with practical strategies, formative and summative assessment techniques, and classroom-ready activities that incorporate technology-enhanced and performance-based tasks while reinforcing standards-aligned learning.
Workshop Description
This workshop equips educators with practical strategies to integrate New Jersey Student Learning Assessments - Adaptive (NJSLA-A) concepts and formats into daily English Language Arts and Math instruction. Participants explore the types of tasks found on the NJSLA-A, and learn how to weave these seamlessly into lessons. The session emphasizes both formative and summative assessment methods, providing tools and classroom activities that mirror NJSLA-A item types, technology-enhanced responses, and performance-based tasks. Through hands-on examples and collaborative discussions, educators leave prepared to reinforce state-tested skills throughout the school year rather than isolating them to test prep periods.
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Educators will confidently integrate NJSLA-A task types into daily English Language Arts and mathematics instruction while using formative and summative assessment strategies to monitor progress and provide targeted support. They will also leverage practical tools and resources to strengthen students' familiarity with academic vocabulary, technology-enhanced item formats, and evidence-based responses.
This work supports district priorities by embedding assessment readiness into everyday instruction, strengthening standards-based teaching, and improving outcomes for students participating in the NJSLA-A.
Our approach goes beyond one-size-fits-all professional development. We hold ourselves to rigorous standards of quality and delivery in every client interaction, ensuring that each experience is meaningful, relevant, and impactful. We don’t just deliver workshops—we build long-term partnerships with schools and districts, working alongside educators to improve instructional practices and student outcomes over time.
We actively listen to educators’ unique contexts and experiences, using that insight to collaboratively design tailored solutions rather than pre-packaged sessions. Our team asks thoughtful questions, challenges assumptions, and continuously learns so we can help redefine what’s possible in teaching and learning.
Above all, we communicate authentically, foster positive and productive relationships, and bring a deep passion and commitment to education. The result is professional learning that feels purposeful, personalized, and truly transformative.
Our workshops are designed for educators and school leaders, including teachers, instructional coaches, school administrators, and district teams. Each session is tailored to the specific audience to ensure content is relevant, practical, and immediately applicable.
Our workshops are interactive, engaging, and grounded in real classroom practice. Each experience is intentionally designed using the principles of andragogy, sound instructional design, and the core constructs of effective professional development to ensure relevance, coherence, and impact. Participants engage in discussion, reflection, planning, and application activities — not just passive listening. Educators leave with concrete strategies and next steps they can implement right away.
We offer flexible formats, including half-day, full-day, and multi-session series. We can also design ongoing professional learning experiences to support sustained implementation over time.
We offer flexible delivery options to meet the needs of schools and districts, including in-person sessions, live virtual workshops, and asynchronous learning through our applied learning platform. Regardless of format, all experiences are designed to be interactive, engaging, and collaborative, with structures that promote meaningful participation and application of learning.
We believe professional learning is most effective when it’s sustained. In addition to workshops, we offer instructional coaching, implementation planning, and follow-up sessions to help teams translate learning into practice and drive meaningful results.
Inspired Instruction’s workshops are facilitated by a nationwide team of expert Instructional Strategists.  Our facilitators bring diverse experience as classroom educators, instructional coaches, principals, directors, and superintendents, spanning all content areas. We thoughtfully match your specific needs with a facilitator whose expertise aligns to ensure the learning experience is relevant, practical, and impactful for your staff.
We offer a range of pricing options designed to meet the needs of different schools and districts. Our Client Directors work closely with you to understand your goals, scope, and budget, and will partner with you to design a high-quality professional learning experience that fits within your financial framework.
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