Overview
This page provides information about logging into CommonLit, a nonprofit education platform offering literacy curriculum and related resources for teachers and schools.
Logging into CommonLit
- Users must sign in or sign up to access CommonLit resources.
- Login options include Google, Clever, ClassLink, or direct CommonLit credentials (email/username and password).
- There is an option to stay logged in for convenience.
- New users can sign up, and existing users can reset forgotten passwords.
CommonLit Program Overview
- CommonLit is a nonprofit providing a comprehensive ELA (English Language Arts) curriculum and literacy instruction resources.
- The platform offers a full-year ELA curriculum, benchmark assessments, and formative data for teachers.
- CommonLit supports educators and schools with professional development, assessment series, and LMS (Learning Management System) integrations.
Additional Resources and Support
- Users can access information about plans, pricing, curriculum pilots, and school district packages.
- Support materials include a blog, FAQs, webinars, and security resources.
- CommonLit offers opportunities for involvement such as careers, donations, and partnerships.
Privacy and Consent Management
- The website uses cookies and offers preference management for cookies related to essential functions, marketing, and analytics.
- Users must accept or manage cookies and can review privacy policies and terms of use.
Key Terms & Definitions
- CommonLit — A nonprofit platform providing literacy curricula and instructional resources.
- ELA Curriculum — English Language Arts content and instruction plan for the academic year.
- Benchmark Assessments — Evaluations used to measure student learning progress at intervals.
- LMS (Learning Management System) Integrations — Connections between CommonLit and educational platforms to streamline access and data.
- Cookies — Data files used by websites for necessary operation, analytics, or marketing.
Action Items / Next Steps
- Log in or create a CommonLit account to access materials.
- Set or manage cookie preferences as desired.
- Review available curriculum resources, support materials, and privacy policies if needed.
Certainly! Here’s a concise summary of the story:
A mixed-race boy named Trevor grows up in a predominantly black township in South Africa, where his lighter skin grants him special treatment within his family, including leniency from punishment. Despite this, he feels a strong connection to his black relatives and community. Language becomes a crucial tool for him to bridge cultural divides and gain acceptance among black peers. He attends a racially mixed private school but later transfers to a government school where racial segregation is starkly evident. Choosing to be with black classmates rather than the “smart” mostly white classes, Trevor embraces his black identity through social belonging rather than appearance. His story highlights the complexities of race, identity, and privilege in apartheid and post-apartheid South Africa.
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