“Tomorrow we will have a guest speaker.” Surely this statement must always be followed by the announcement of a guest lecture in History, an actor or singer for the Drama class, a local park ranger or chemical engineer for the Sciences, or a published author to speak to the Language Arts classes. “Our guest will [...]
March 6, 2013
CCSS Math: Sequential or Not?
The following is a great question from a reader and my attempt to answer it. Join the conversation by email (abfosEd@gmail.com) or on Twitter (@AbfosEd)! Question I have been reading everything I can get my hands on that has CCSS stamped on it. I have an aggravating issue that I just can’t find guidelines for. [...]
May 2, 2012
CCSS Professional Development: Great ideas for exploring the Standards
by Andrew Foster Twitter @abfosEd In the last few months I’ve come across some interesting ideas for exploring the Common Core State Standards. The most effective professional development is teacher-led and teacher-focused. Whether you are a classroom teacher doing your own research, a team leader organizing CCSS introductory activities, or an administrator trying to get [...]
April 11, 2012
Attitude Toward Education Reform is Everything!
by Andrew Foster Twitter @abfosEd Today, we introduce a new columnist, Andrew Foster, who will write mostly about the Math part of the Common Core State Standards. Look for his columns on Wednesdays. Through personal experience and the challenges of life in the classroom, I’ve come to the not-so-startling conclusion that education is inevitably changing. [...]
October 17, 2011
Survey: CCSS Challenges
What Challenges do You Face in Implementing the CCSS This simple four-question survey asks you about YOUR challenges in implementing the Common Core State Standards.
