The Pros And Cons Of The Common Core Standards

According Hoover Digest, “In 2013, 76 percent of teachers supported the Common Core--giving it a far greater approval rating than did the general public. But teacher approval collapsed to 46 percent in 2014 and has now fallen to just 40 percent.” The Common Core is a set of general standards for both teaching and testing. This standard focuses on English and mathematics starting from kindergarten up to 12th grade. Many subjects, such as art, are being ignored which is making teachers infuriated. Students need the extra curricular subjects to express themselves. The public is not paying attention or is not aware of the problems the schools are being faced with. There are shared set of goals covered by all states in the United States, parents have the right to opt their child out of testing if they chose and the belief that

The clear set of goals made throughout the nation helps teachers accommodate to the students. The Common Core Standards were created by top persons within the United States of America. Disadvantages have arose from the start of the Common Core Standards. Opting out has also been a huge controversial topic, debating whether it is right for the child. Core subjects are strongly focused while subjects such as art, are slowly losing its “importance”. Teachers should be using testing to help them accommodate in the classroom to the child’s development and growth. Having a nationwide curriculum helps students who may have moved not be at a disadvantage for schooling. Technology has also become a norm for the average student. Connecting things students like to learning can create a positive learning environment. The Common Core Standards are meant to provide a clear understanding of what are expected from the students. Teachers want to do everything in their power for students to feel a sense of accomplishment especially with the change to Common