IFAST Toolkit
All components for this tool are available at the above link.
Toolkit Participants
This tool is brought to you by generous support of:
![Jes & Co. [Tool Partner]](../images/JESLOGO_green.jpg)
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Background, Process & Sponsors
Background
The SETDA/JES&Co Implementation Framework for Achievement Standards Toolkit (IFAST) includes tools, technologies and best practices that enable states to manage electronic versions of their academic standards, align resources and assessments consistently using open and interoperable methods, and embed digitized versions of academic standards into learning, assessment systems and systems of accountability.
The toolkit expands on the National Science Foundation’s Achievement Standards Network, the authoritative electronic collection of all state and national standards.
This database of standards, developed to support the research and cataloging needs of the National Science Digital Library, is an open, interoperable collection of all the state’s standards and benchmarks and supports other key technology initiatives such as the Schools Interoperability Framework (SIF).
This resource is available for free to non-profit educational entities working for non-profit purposes. The goal is to provide states the ability to maintain their standards in a uniform manner to simplify the process for all stakeholders including administrators, curriculum developers, teachers, parents, students and corporate partners.
Since this tool is integrated into an existing Website, to access all the information please visit: IFAST Toolkit
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Process
SETDA partnered with JES & Co., a nationally recognized non-profit organization specializing in research and development on academic standards, to develop the IFAST Toolkit. SETDA Members worked with the JES & Co to guide the development of this tool. They provided input on the layout and format of the tool as well as the content. Members reviewed their state standards, offered suggestions regarding usability, resources and capabilities to help best meet the needs of administrators and teachers.
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Sponsors
This product was developed with JES & Co. as the lead sponsor and with support from the following companies.
 JES & Co. goal is to provide youth with balanced environments that enable development of effective communication skills through the use of technology. JES & Co. administers education programs and consults to departments of education at the federal, state and regional levels through the U.S. on projects that integrate technology with administration, content, and people throughout the curriculum and enterprise.
Align to Achieve (A2A) is an independent 501c3 organization with a mission to:
Build and maintain a database of K-12 content standards from state and national organizations: Build an alignment system relating K-12 standards; and Provide educators, publishers, and parents with access to these tools
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Certiport is dedicated to helping people excel and succeed through certification. Our globally recognized credentials are aimed at enhancing individual productivity, marketability, and value. Get certified and get noticed.
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The Futurekids solution empowers educators, students and administrators to be proficient with technology as a learning, instruction, administrative and communication tool resulting in better learning outcomes and improved return on investment. Our products/services include student technology curriculum, online assessments, individual learning plans, online teacher workspace aligned with state standards as well as integration of technology into math, science social studies and language arts.
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For 85 years, Harcourt Assessment has been providing insight about children and adults; informing instruction, curricula, and clinical practice; collaborating with educators and clinical professionals; and creating assessment innovations—in order to provide the most effective assessment solutions for the success of all individuals.
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Pearson Education is the global leader in integrated education publishing. Pearson Education provides quality content, assessment tools, and educational services in all available media. Pearson Education is also the global leader in online learning with nearly 2,000 textbook companion Web sites, the Inform IT Website for technology professionals, and the Family Education Network. |
Founded in 1995, Riverdeep Inc., A Limited Liability Company, has offices in San Francisco, California, Cedar Rapids, Iowa, Dublin, Ireland and Manchester, United Kingdom. It is the fastest growing education and consumer software company in the United States. Riverdeep’s Web-based and CD-ROM solutions can be found in more than 45,000 schools in over 20 countries worldwide.
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IFAST Welcome Letter
[PDF, 80 KB]
Implementation Framework for Achievement Standards Toolkit (IFAST)Presentation [PDF, 1.5 MB]
National Science Digital Library
[PDF, 180 KB]
Download the entire toolkit and more.
“This tool is a unique resource that will provide teachers digital access to their state standards, lesson plans and thousands of learning objects both directly and indirectly aligned to specific state standards."
Barbara Fardell Educational Technology Director for Michigan
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