Theme Generators
April 2026
The Center for Applied Linguistics (CAL) is pleased to announce an upcoming opportunity for educators to be a part of the development of WIDA ACCESS. Educators are invited to serve as Theme Generators for WIDA ACCESS test items during April 10-April 22, 2026.
Who can participate?
Any educator who has experience working with students in grades 1–12 in a WIDA-member state during the previous two years is invited to participate.
What will educators do?
Theme Generators will:
- Complete a non-disclosure agreement (NDA).
- Watch a tutorial video to understand what types of themes can be used on WIDA ACCESS
- Brainstorm theme ideas for assigned grade-level clusters and content areas and enter them into a survey form (asynchronous work).
- Receive $40 compensation for each survey completed.
I’m interested! What should I do?
Complete an application at https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/HDDCBK3
In the application, you will be asked to provide:
- Your contact information
- Information about your teaching expertise
- Information about your availability
- A current resume or CV
Applications are accepted until Friday, 3/20/26, 11:59 PM ET
If you have any questions about these activities, contact Leah Cave (lcave@cal.org). Thank you for your interest in this important test development activity!
