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Awareness and Dissemination

The first phase in the standards implementation process involves reframing the conversation about standards-based teaching and learning. During this phase, school districts communicate to staff about the new Colorado Academic Standards and Colorado English Language Proficiency Standards, including:

  • How and when the standards were revised

  • What are the key elements of the standards

  • What is the terminology used in the standards

  • How to create an intentional plan for implementation