New ELA Standards

Frequently Asked Questions

Standards were adopted April 2017 for implementation in 2018-2019.

Where can I find the new Standards?

Visit NCDPI’s K-12 English Language Arts Wiki to see the new ELA Standard Course of Study.

How will the new Standards be supported?

NCDPI will provide:

Training introducing the new Standards format
Webinars for ELA leaders and educators
ELA ListServe updates every first Friday
ELA leaders meetings
A revised Online Progression View
A virtual implementation kit, created by NC educators

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The Virtual Implementation Kit Includes:

Standards in the new format
Lessons for each grade level
A text selection guide
Revised 40 Ways to Read Like a Detective cards
Independent Sustained Reading Guide
Language Continuum Guides
Integrating Standards and Aligning ELA Instruction Module

Website: http://elascos.ncdpi.wikispaces.net/Future+ELA+Standards

What parent resources will be provided?

NCDPI will provide an online page for parents which will include guides and resources for understanding the Standards and supporting their students outside of school.

See our current NCDPI Parent Page.

Will the Standards be "Unpacked?"

The NC ELA Standards’ new format includes a clarification that will replace the traditional unpacking document. The clarification will include standard explanations, examples, and ideas for instruction. The new format will also include a glossary consistent across K-12.