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"The Curriculum Framework specifies what is to be taught for each subject in the curriculum. In Pennsylvania, Curriculum Frameworks include Big Ideas, Concepts, Competencies, and Essential Questions aligned to Standards and Assessment Anchors and, where appropriate, Eligible Content. "

This article addresses a few of my major concerns with the Common Core State Standards. Having them "unpacked" in state-specific or national Essential Maps does not instantly improve teachers' understanding of what students must know, understand, and be able to do. I believe district curriculum maps designed by teachers based on the CCSS and/or state Essential Maps must be a part of the synergy of curriculum design and instructional practice in schools.