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Monday, February 4, 2013

Missouri Education Watchdog: Fifth Grade Traditional Math Problem vs Common Core Math Problem.

Missouri Education Watchdog: Fifth Grade Traditional Math Problem vs Common Core Math Problem.:


Fifth Grade Traditional Math Problem vs Common Core Math Problem.

2 + 2 = 4 is not a good enough answer in Common Core. Students will not get full credit unless they analyze, evaluate and create.
 




Diane Ravitch featured an article comparing a traditional math problem to a common core math problem.  She writes:

The New York State United Teachers urged the state education department to slow down the rush