Teacher Common Core Survey Results
From Utah:
Utah teachers speak out against common core --anonymously-- on this survey just released today. http://fb.me/11JPpZLWm
Some comments from the survey:
I opposed Common Core Standards and assessments because they are poorly considered. The language standard is based upon whole language methods which have a long history of being ineffective and even harmful to developing language skills. The math standards are likewise proven faulty. Other standards in Literature, Handwriting, etc. are not based upon sound reasoning. I fully accept that individuals may use these systems if they disagree with
Common Core Editorials and PR Pieces: Give us "Just the Facts". No More Spin.
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| Message to Common Core proponents: No more spin. |
Common Core proponents love to tout their educational reform as providing "data driven" instructionand this increased testing and data mining will create smarter students. It's a pity and educational malfeasance that their arguments and policies are not supported by data and research. This editorial from az.central.com Common Core is right path is a prime example of statements disguised as fact and contempt for those who dare to question the policy and process of the adoption/implementation of the standards:
Fill in the blank. Decisions about Arizona public education should be based on: