Connect2DRA

DRA2 Online Launches new version for fall 2009!

Thu, 01 Oct 2009 15:02:59 -0500

New for fall 2009-the DRA2 Online Management System has a new look and great new features to make managing your DRA2 scores even simpler.

Enhancements to DRA Online for Fall 2009:

-Easier User Interface
-Enhanced Auto-Grouping Feature
-Drill-Down Focus for Instruction Reports
- Improved Reporting Engine

Take a tour!

DRA2 Handheld Tango Software Edition wins a CODiE award!

Mon, 15 Jun 2009 15:03:10 -0500

Did you hear that the DRA2 Handheld Tango Software Edition won a CODiE award for best educational use of a technology device? The CODiEs are considered the Academy Awards for the software and information industry, so it's a huge honor for Pearson and DRA2!

You can read the full press release here.

June DRA2 Tango Webinars

Mon, 15 Jun 2009 14:53:42 -0500

DRA2 Handheld Tango Software Edition Product Demo

Did you know that you can now assess your students using DRA2 on a handheld? No more photocopying, no more manual data analysis-the DRA2 Handheld Tango Software Edition does it for you!

Come learn more about this exciting new extension to DRA2 in a free web demonstration today!

To join the online meeting:

1. Click on the Web Address (url) from the appropriate date and time below.
2. Enter your name and email address.
3. To join the teleconference, call in to the toll-free number (US/Canada) 866-469-3239.
4. Enter the Meeting Number from the appropriate date and time below.

6/19/09

8:00 AM Eastern
9:00 AM Central
10:00 AM Mountain
11:00 AM Pacific

https://tangosoftware.webex.com/tangosoftware/j.php?ED=123671287&UID=0

Teleconference Meeting Number: 577 746 154

06/24/2009

4:00 PM Eastern
3:00 PM Central
2:00 PM Mountain
1:00 PM Pacific

https://tangosoftware.webex.com/tangosoftware/j.php?ED=123671187&UID=0

Teleconference Meeting Number: 571 537 803

To RSVP for the presentation or for questions, please contact your Pearson Representative at 877-637-1604 or email sales@tangosoftware.com

DRA2 Handheld Tango Software Edition Product Demo

Mon, 09 Mar 2009 11:03:06 -0500

Did you know that you can now assess your students using DRA2 on a handheld? No more photocopying, no more manual data analysis-the DRA2 Handheld Tango Software Edition does it for you!

Come learn more about this exciting new extension to DRA2 in a free web demonstration today!

03/09/2009-4:00 PM Eastern Time

To join the online meeting:
1. Go to https://meetings.webex.com/meetings/j.php?ED=5823227&UID=0
2. Enter your name and email address.
3. Click "Join".

To join the teleconference
1. Call-in toll-free number (US/Canada): 866-469-3239
2. Enter Meeting Number: 614 896 628

03/17/2009- 2:00 PM Eastern Time

To join the online meeting
1. Go to https://meetings.webex.com/meetings/j.php?ED=5823222&UID=0
2. Enter your name and email address.
3. Click "Join".

To join the teleconference
1. Call-in toll-free number (US/Canada): 866-469-3239
2. Enter Meeting Number: 617 735 453

03/31/2009-9:30 AM Eastern Time

To join the online meeting
1. Go to https://meetings.webex.com/meetings/j.php?ED=5823092&UID=0
2. Enter your name and email address.
3. Click "Join".

To join the teleconference
1. Call-in toll-free number (US/Canada): 866-469-3239
2. Enter Meeting Number: 612 269 418

To RSVP for the presentation or for questions, please contact your Pearson
Representative at 877-637-1604 or email sales@tangosoftware.com

February and March 2009 DRA2 Webinars

Tue, 10 Feb 2009 09:21:57 -0500

Register now to attend a DRA2 webinar training session on myPears
ontraining.com! Learn the DRA2 program in a flexible web-based meeting format. The February and March schedules are located here, click on any webinar link to register to attend.

There are four different webinars available in February and March:Getting Started with DRA2 K-3, Getting Started with DRA2 4-8, Using DRA2 K-3 Data to Drive Instruction, and Using DRA2 4-8 Data to Drive Instruction.

November DRA2 Webinars

Mon, 15 Oct 2007 13:41:45 -0500

Register to attend a Pearson Training Webinar today!
Learn the DRA2 program in a flexible web-based meeting format.
Join the Training Webinar as an individual or enroll your school group.

The sessions will provide an overview of the components and assessment procedure followed by live question and answer opportunity.

DRA2 K-3

November 8: 10:00-11:00 am EST
November 8: 3:00-4:00 pm EST
November 14: 4:30-5:30 pm EST

DRA2 4-8

November 8: 4:30-5:30 pm EST
November 14: 10:00-11:00 am EST
November 14: 3:00-4:00 pm EST

Note: All Webinars reflect Eastern Time. Please plan accordingly.

Register yourself or your group for the Training Webinars at:
www.PearsonConnectedTraining.com You will receive a registration confirmation e-mail with connection instructions for the day of the event.

Upcoming DRA2 Training Webinars

Tue, 11 Sep 2007 15:04:55 -0500

It is our pleasure to announce the Fall schedule for our Developmental Reading Assessment Training Webinars. The sessions will provide an overview of the components and assessment procedure followed by live question and answer opportunity.

You will receive a registration confirmation e-mail with connection instructions for the day of the event.

Upcoming Sessions Dates:

DRA2 K-3

September 19 : 9:00-10:00 am EST
September 19: 1:30-2:30 pm EST
September 25 : 3:30-4:30 pm EST
October 3 : 1:30-2:30 pm EST
October 3 : 3:30-4:30 pm EST
October 9: 6:30-7:30 pm EST

DRA2 4-8

September 19 : 3:30-4:30 pm EST
September 25 : 1:30-2:30 pm EST
September 25 : 6:30-7:30 pm EST
October 3 : 9:00-10:00 am EST
October 9 :1:30-2:30 pm EST
October 9 : 3:30-4:30 pm EST

DRA2 Webinar Schedule Pdf

May 2007 DRA2 WebEx Dates

Wed, 11 Apr 2007 15:15:08 -0500

It is our pleasure to offer you our Developmental Reading Assessment Training, using WebEx. The sessions will provide an overview of the components and assessment procedure followed by live question and answer opportunity.

The training is convenient, easy, and interactive. We provide a variety of presentation dates and times at the location of your choice. To participate in Webex Training, you will need: one computer with high speed Internet access to view the meeting and one separate telephone line per person (or with speaker phone if viewing in groups) for the audio portion of the session.

You can register up to one week before the scheduled date. Go to http://pearsonlc.webex.com and select the event you would like to attend. Then follow the directions to ENROLL. These sessions are free, and we encourage you to attend any number of sessions to provide clarity and understanding in how to administer and interpret the DRA2.

After completing your information and pressing SUBMIT, you will receive an email message indicating that your enrollment has been accepted. This email will provide instructions on what to do on the day of the event and any passwords that may be needed. Please print or save this information.

If you intend to participate in a group training, we strongly recommend that you identify one person to coordinate the WebEx Training. Identify the number of people to attend to ensure all attendees have proper equipment and materials. For groups, we recommend projecting on a screen and using a speakerphone to listen to the presentation. On the day of the event, log on approximately 15 minutes ahead of the time to ensure you are connected correctly.

May 1st
9:00-10:00 am EST DRA2 K-3
1:30-2:30 pm EST DRA2 K-3
3:30-4:30 pm EST DRA2 4-8

May 8th
9:00-10:00 am EST DRA2 K-3
1:30-2:30 pm EST DRA2 K-3
3:30-4:30 pm EST DRA2 4-8

DRA2 Webex Dates

Tue, 27 Mar 2007 10:34:14 -0500

March & April DRA2 Webex Dates

To attend a webex, click on the following link: http://pearsonlc.webex.com

March 8
9:00-10:00 am EST DRA2 K-3
1:30-2:30 pm EST DRA2 K-3
3:30-4:30 pm EST DRA2 4-8

March 28
9:00-10:00 am EST DRA2 K-3
1:30-2:30 pm EST DRA2 K-3
3:30-4:30 pm EST DRA2 4-8

April 3
9:00-10:00 am EST DRA2 K-3
1:30-2:30 pm EST DRA2 K-3
3:30-4:30 pm EST DRA2 4-8

April 17
9:00-10:00 am EST DRA2 K-3
1:30-2:30 pm EST DRA2 K-3
3:30-4:30 pm EST DRA2 4-8

National Literacy Conference

Tue, 20 Mar 2007 16:41:02 -0500

To find out more on our upcoming National Literacy Conference being held in Norwood, MA June 26-27th, 2007 visit www.pearsonconnections.com.

New! DRA2 WebEx sessions!

Mon, 12 Feb 2007 12:26:47 -0500

Click here for more information.

Great News

Mon, 02 Oct 2006 11:10:19 -0500

DRA2 has been updated to better meet your assessment needs. Please take a look at this Quick Reference Chart and list of Frequently Asked Questions to review the enhancements.

Thank you for your commitment to DRA2.

All K-3 Blackline Masters and Teacher Guides are now available. You must have Adobe™ Reader™ installed on your computer to open these files. If you do not have Adobe™ Reader™ installed, visit www.adobe.com/reader to download a free copy.

All 4-8 Blackline Masters and Teacher Guides are now available.

What is New in Assessment?

Thu, 04 May 2006 12:15:40 -0500

"The number one goal of any reading program should be to help students become proficient, enthusiastic readers who read for a variety of purposes." Joetta Beaver

If you are a current DRA user, you will appreciate the field tested revisions to the second edition. The DRA2 includes revised assessment texts, new fiction and nonfiction assessment texts, a uniform assessment process across grades K-8, and Word Analysis, an individual diagnostic assessment. In addition to the primary assessment materials, the Second Edition includes a clipboard with a built-in timer and calculator, improved Online Management System, optional digital pen powered by Anoto technology and corresponding Teacher Observation Guides.

First DRA2 Training is Huge Success

Thu, 20 Apr 2006 12:45:21 -0500

The first DRA2 training occured October 3 in Douglas County, Colorado. This Train the Trainers session included Reading Specialists and Coaches from all the schools in the district. It was an exciting day as the new "green boxes" were opened and contents discovered. Ooh's and ah's were heard throughout the room as the instructors viewed the new materials. "I love this clipboard...how perfect!" "Look at Level 4, they changed the drawings...this is so much better....I really like this." " I like the green box!" " Oh, oh, here is the individualized diagnostic piece. I have students who need this today." "Multiple copies-yes!!"

The training was provided for current DRA users, who decided to update the assessment process for all district teachers. These trainers were the "creme de la creme", easy to instruct, attentive, and anxious to get started with their teachers. It was a great day to see their instructional plans come together smoothly with the new DRA2.

Learning to Read Strategically

Sun, 16 Apr 2006 17:49:10 -0500

When was the last time you were reading and encountered a word that you did not know or a passage that you didn't understand? Adults often forget the many strategic skills that are combined for successful reading. As successful readers, our strategies are all on "automatic pilot," and we use them subconsciously. That is not the case for emerging and developing readers.

When completing the Record of Oral Reading using the Developmental Reading Assessment^® K-3 or 4-8, Second Edition, (DRA2), it is the observations the teacher makes about a student's reading that provides a window to understanding what the student does while decoding text. Does the student attempt to decode unknown words? Does the student know when he or she has made a miscue? Does he or she attempt to self-correct miscues? Having an understanding of these miscues provides an opportunity to design instruction in the areas of relative weakness by teaching specific reading strategies.