common core
Spotlight on Math: Strategies for Addressing the Most Challenging Math Standards
By: Mark Ellis. Author of Curriculum Associates Ready Mathematics program shares insight into common core math standards and how to better reach and teach kids to help them overcome tough standards.
Common High Expectations: A Conversation With Mayor Kevin Johnson
Mayor Kevin Johnson sits down with Tom to talk Common Core, his leadership with the United States Conference of Mayors, and his mission to make Sacramento “a city that works for everyone.”
It’s Time to Reimagine Writing Instruction
Educators are excited about the shift to CCSS with the new emphasis on college and career-readiness, but there’s another reason to be excited as well - writing and writing instruction.
Standards Spotlight: Mastering Reading Standard 7
By: Maureen McLaughlin. CCSS Reading Anchor Standard 7 is often cited. But in today's multimodal world, students’ ability to problem solve using diverse media couldn't be more important.
Standards Spotlight: Mastering Reading Standard 9
By: Brenda J. Overturf. Tips, strategies and tools for educators and administrators to help students master common core reading standard #9.
Standards Spotlight: Mastering Reading Standard 2
By: Ray Reutzel. Here are tips and strategies to help educators and school leaders create learning experiences for students to help them more successfully demonstrate mastery of common core reading standard 2.
Innovative Strategies for Writing Success
As more students are heading towards a workforce that demands a post-secondary degree, a growing number of our young people need to know how to write effectively and experience success in writing. College graduates will be required to be writers and analytical thinkers, which is why the new CCSS have a focus on the increased importance of writing.
EdTech 10: Announcements From The Road
Though hearts are still breaking over the USA’s loss to Belgium in the World Cup game yesterday, we’re here to boost you back up with the latest in EdTech news. This week we’re focusing on exciting announcements from our time spent this week at ISTE and National Charter Schools Conference. Happy 4th Ya’ll!
EdTech 10: World Cup Style
As the soccer world is facing the elimination rounds, we thought we'd offer our advice on which EdTech stories made the cut this week. Much like Costa Rica, some of these stories we didn’t see coming but are strong contenders for top story of the week.
EdTech 10: Staying Connected
This week has been all about connectivity. As students head home for the summer and teachers plan for the next school year, the education world is preparing to find new ways to keep us all connected. For more on what connectivity matters check out this blog and see the top stories of the week.