Common Core Info and Research
Don’t diss the standard algorithm
W. Stephen Wilson, professor of mathematics and education at Johns Hopkins University and Alice Crary, associate professor of philosophy at the New School for Social Research and Eugene Lang College published a piece defending traditional mathematics. It puts the argument into laymen terms and is a must read for all concerned with Common Core math […]
Don’t miss Common Core debate
One of the best ways to learn about an issue is to watch a debate. Therefore, we highly recommend that you watch this lively Common Core debate, which took place June 10th in Thousands Oaks, California. Those arguing against Common Core were Bill Evers, of the Hoover Institute; Sandra Stotsky, a former Massachusetts state official; […]
Why does Common Core mandate fuzzy math?
Below are the standards for multiplication and division for fourth, fifth and sixth grade under Common Core. While the Common Core tests, like New York’s, require students to be able to do multi digit multiplication and division in fourth grade, the Common Core standards do not require the mastery of the standard algorithm until later. This […]
Common Core – The Big Picture
The following article was written by Ann Marie Banfield, an education activist in New Hampshire, and first appeared in the BedfordPatch. It provides a much needed overview of the big picture surrounding Common Core and the RADICAL restructuring of America’s schools: We keep hearing that the “Common Core Standards Initiative” is FAR more than JUST […]
New Heritage Foundation video: Putting the brakes on Common Core
The Heritage Foundation’s 2013 Resource Bank conference featured a Common Core panel, entitled “Putting the brakes on Common Core.” Speakers included Lindsey Burke of the Heritage Foundation, Jim Sterios of the Pioneer Institute, Ted Rebarber of Accountability Works, and grassroots activists Heather Crossin and Christel Swasey. Heather was honored to be included and asked to […]
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