CCSS-K12

Dr. Yong Zhao doesn't like the Common Core standards. And in this interview he explains why. I've said it many times, what we need is some serious critical thinking and dialogue about the Core where ALL voices are listened to--voices from both sides of the argument. So even though I'm optimistic about the CCSS, I still enjoy reading articles like this one. I like bacon, too.

What really matters about the Common Core? Some interesting thoughts here. Definitely worth the read.

Heather Wolpert-Gawron writes a great piece about the Core here. It is worth the read.

Grant Wiggins is able to express so many topics in a way that makes total sense. Here he writes about the idea of national standards and how they still are too "one-size-fits-all" for his tastes. I would definitely agree.

On this page you'll find detailed documents the U of A is calling "progressions." They lay out how the CCSS move from one year to the next in mathematics. They appear to be a goldmine. Very excited to explore these.

This is a fascinating interactive map of "Learning Trajectories" for K-8 math that appears to have been developed by NC State University.Definitely worth taking time to explore.

I am, you could say, a Common Core advocate. I'm in favor of the standards...but the reason I'm in favor of them is because I see them as an opportunity to shift the way we teach. There are, however, other things to consider, so I like to make sure I read as much as I can about the opposing point of view, that the standards are NOT a good idea. This article certainly makes a compelling case and is worth the read.

Worth exploring. Has great "flip books" and other resources for math teachers. 

Great resources for K-3 reading teachers here from Tennessee's Dept of Ed.

Also good resources here for math from TN.

A more detailed exploration of the information coming out of the consortia about the assessments.

Assessment info is definitely starting to come out, as you can see here in this week's round-up. And that's a good thing.

Like so many articles from Burkins & Yaris, this one's a winner. 

Am I the only one who enjoys reading local coverage of the Common Core transition? Maybe so, but I find it fascinating to read the take of local organizations such as the Morris Daily Herald when it comes to the CCSS. There are some interesting anecdotes, and possibly some great ideas, contained within this article. Check it out.

This article goes in depth to examine what the CCSS and the Transcontinental Railroad have in common. There's more to it that you might think. This is a lengthy piece (5 pages) but worth the read if you are still trying to understand how to wrap your head around all the changes that come along with the CCSS.

Andrew Miller (@betamiller) blogs frequently about the core (among other things). HIghly recommend his work.

Check out this collection of 30+ short videos from the Hunt Institute. Quick overviews of portions of the Core.

Helpful post connecting CCSS with the NETS. Could go much further with this as a launching point. via @HPTeachExchange