But the way math was taught before Common Core was not always the only way. When the so-called "New Math" was introduced in the 1960s it was met with much of the same criticism Common Core is ...

Opinions expressed by Forbes Contributors are their own. Natalie Wexler is an education writer focusing on literacy. The Common Core lists skills students need to master at each grade level ...

Forty-one states, including California, have adopted the Common Core State Standards in math and English language arts. The standards describe the knowledge and skills that students should master by ...

The adoption of the Common Core State Standards (CCSS) for English language arts and mathematics in 45 states and the District of Columbia offers educators an unprecedented opportunity to marry the ...

Their report, Benchmarking for Success: Ensuring U.S. Students Receive a World-Class Education, called on states to upgrade their standards by “adopting a common core of internationally benchmarked ...

In this grade-by-grade guide, you'll find math standards ... with the help of subject-matter experts and align with the Common Core State Standards. Find more about how to support children ...

Teachers may have additional standards (such as the Common Core State Standards in English Language Arts & Mathematics) that they need to incorporate into their teaching practice. Teachers also may ...