Although several states have yet to fully implement the Common Core State Standards, many students across the country have already begun to feel their effects. Opinions of the CCSS, however, are mixed in most parts of the nation. There are people who welcome the Standards and the positive impact they could have on the American education system, […]
Archive | April, 2014
Educator wants students to get more out of writing instruction
The Common Core State Standards' mission statement says the CCSS provide students with knowledge and skills they need to succeed in college and their careers. However, there are those who do not believe the Standards go far enough. Gary Troia, an associate professor of special education at Michigan State University, is among them. In fact, Troia considers the […]
Principal development grants to benefit high-need schools
Teachers play a crucial role in the implementation of the Common Core State Standards, but so too do the principals and assistant principals who oversee the work they do in the nation's classrooms. Fortunately, the U.S. Department of Education has taken action to ensure that high-need schools and districts receive the leadership they deserve. Recently, […]
Florida governor remains committed to the CCSS
Florida is among the states currently in the process of implementing the Common Core State Standards. However, like several other states, the Sunshine State is dealing with opposition to the CCSS, according to the Tampa Bay Times. This has become a problem for Florida Governor Rick Scott, a member of the Republican Party. Despite opposition to […]
Transition to CCSS proves challenging for K-12 and postsecondary educators
The Common Core State Standards are designed to ensure that the knowledge and skills students acquire in grades K-12 prepare them for the challenges of higher education. As a result, educators in K-12 and postsecondary settings located in states that have adopted the CCSS need to work together to ensure a successful transition from high school to […]
Report reveals how few SAT takers are prepared for college
By Bright Ed News on April 3, 2014 in News and Information, Practice Tests, SAT 10 Prep, SAT 9, Stanford Test
Once states fully implement the Common Core State Standards, the hope is that students in grades K-12 will receive instruction that helps them acquire knowledge and skills deemed necessary for success in college and the workforce. Based on a new report from the College Board, administrator of the SAT, something needs to be done to ensure […]