"ePals has created a digital space to help teachers get to the heart of the matter in implementing the new Common Core State Standards. The Common Core Implementation Center is designed by teachers for teacher with free teaching resources ready to use in the classroom. Innovative classroom projects weave multiple Common Core ELA Standards into authentic learning experiences. A searchable, growing library of ready-to-go projects, teaching tools and lessons engages students and improves CCSS learning. A self-directed learning community offers direct access to experts through forums, blogs and articles, research-based teaching technique tutorials and a teaching strategy index. And open forums and galleries make it easy for teachers to share and connect to classrooms. ePals has created a digital space to help teachers get to the heart of the matter in implementing the new Common Core State Standards. The Common Core Implementation Center is designed by teachers for teacher with free teaching resources ready to use in the classroom. Innovative classroom projects weave multiple Common Core ELA Standards into authentic learning experiences. A searchable, growing library of ready-to-go projects, teaching tools and lessons engages students and improves CCSS learning. A self-directed learning community offers direct access to experts through forums, blogs and articles, research-based teaching technique tutorials and a teaching strategy index. And open forums and galleries make it easy for teachers to share and connect to classrooms. ePals has created a digital space to help teachers get to the heart of the matter in implementing the new Common Core State Standards. The Common Core Implementation Center is designed by teachers for teacher with free teaching resources ready to use in the classroom. Innovative classroom projects weave multiple Common Core ELA Standards into authentic learning experiences. A searchable, growing library of ready-to-go projects, teaching tools and
"Illustrative Mathematics provides guidance to states, assessment consortia, testing companies, and curriculum developers by illustrating the range and types of mathematical work that students experience in a faithful implementation of the Common Core State Standards, and by publishing other tools that support implementation of the standards."
"The binder provides an overview as well as an in-depth, close reading of the standards. The range of tasks offers users an opportunity to determine their own specific needs and follow a path that is suited to their understanding and specific direction.
Each tab contains one lesson. Within each lesson, participants may engage in activities, review informative slides, read articles, and view videos. Each lesson culminates with a checklist of skills and learning objectives to provide users with an expectation or framework of understanding."
"Closet is where arts integration, innovation and education converge. Developed by Susan Riley, an Arts Integration Specialist in Maryland who has also taught K-5 General/Vocal Music, the lessons in the Education Closet focus on arts integration, Common Core State Standards, 21st century learning skills and technology."
"The Common Core State Standards are a new set of expectations designed to ensure all students achieve college and career readiness.
This site is here to provide free, high-quality resources to educators now doing the hard work of implementing these higher standards."