PBTIL Abstract - The purpose of this three year project is to create a new setting for learning and to further develop innovative and effective curriculum models, instructional strategies, and assessment components that will ultimately improve instruction for LEP students.

These models, aligned with The Massachusetts Department of Education's Curriculum Frameworks and Goals 2000 and proven to be successful, will be integrated into both the curriculum and inservice staff development programs of participating schools as well as courses offered by The University of Massachusetts Lowell's Graduate School of Education.

Featured Project Highlights:

Hooray for Diffendoofer Day! This technology-integrated lesson can be used throughout the year. Students read Hooray for Diffendoofer Day, by Dr. Seus, which is a book that can be enjoyed by all ages, and used with a variety of extension activities.

PBTIL Message Board:
As you saw in your email we now have a message board for all PBTIL participants to use. Please visit here to see what is new in the program. Thanks!

Virtual Post Office:
Our "Virtual Post Office" is now open and ready for your use. I'm sure you will all find a lot of use for this new feature. Please forward your students work so that we create your own "eCards" for sending!