In light of several local newspaper articles and letters to the editor, I wanted to post some more information for parents about Common Core State Standards. Please check out this education.com article: "A Parent's Guide to the Common Core Standards."
I have found the transition to Common Core to be challenging and interesting. Certainly, the process is ongoing, and I do have concerns about the new standardized tests that will be implemented. However, changes in education are common, and any change that pushes educators to reflect on their teaching practices and, more importantly, keeps student learning as the focus cannot be a negative thing.
I have found the transition to Common Core to be challenging and interesting. Certainly, the process is ongoing, and I do have concerns about the new standardized tests that will be implemented. However, changes in education are common, and any change that pushes educators to reflect on their teaching practices and, more importantly, keeps student learning as the focus cannot be a negative thing.