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SmarterBalanced Our System Beyond Standard Smarter System Supports For Educators Supports For Students and Families Smarter Accessibility Smarter Reporting About Our Vision Our History Power of Partnerships Staff Careers Contact Smarter Updates Search Search SELECT YOUR LOCATION Type in your State or Territory GET STARTED Select Your Location Explore Smarter Resources Find tools, supports, and professional development resources available in your state. Type in your State or Territory GET STARTED Loading... Search × Developed by Teachers for Teachers At the center of our work is a commitment to equity, accessibility, and ensuring that teachers are equipped with what they need to support students of diverse backgrounds and abilities for successful productive futures. A Smarter Assessment System The Smarter Balanced assessment system includes a comprehensive suite of standards-aligned assessments and tools—including instructional supports, interim assessments, and summative assessments—to support effective teaching and maximize learning for each individual student. Our System 5000+ educators have contributed to the development of the Smarter Balanced system by writing and reviewing test questions and creating standards-aligned instructional resources. Committed to Supporting Teachers Smarter Balanced provides teachers with instructional tools, flexible strategies, and professional development resources to help them enhance their teaching and improve student learning. Supports for Educators Supporting Students for Readiness in College and Career Our assessment system provides accurate measures of achievement and growth toward college and career readiness benchmarks while challenging students to think critically and solve real-world problems . Our Vision 200+ colleges across the country use Smarter Balanced test scores to determine college course placement. Meeting the Needs of Diverse Learners A core principle of the Smarter Balanced system is accessibility for students who take the test. Accessibility resources provided on Smarter Balanced assessments ensure equitable access for students with diverse needs and preferences. Learn More: Smarter Accessibility Our System Our Vision Smarter Updates Contact Our System Our Vision Smarter Updates Contact Website Privacy Policy Diversity, Inclusion & Equity Web Accessibility Statement ©2022 The Regents of the University of California Facebook Twitter YouTube Instagram Pinterest Facebook Twitter YouTube...