State-Federal Tensions Loom in Standards Effort Education Week By Michele McNeil January 14, 2010 "In the latest push for common academic standards, coming up with the standards themselves may be the easy part: The political sensitivities that scuttled virtually every previous attempt are very much on the minds of those leading the effort this time around." This article provides an update on the Common Core State Standards Initiative. Whether you have been following the Common Core State Standards Initiative or this is the first time you have been introduced to the recent standards movement, this article will provide readers with a historical perspective and interviews from state education leaders. Education Week also provides stories related to state standards, assessment, featured stories, web extras, State of the States, and other resources which will provide readers with an overview of the Common Core State Standards Initiative. Look on the right side of the story for these resources and articles. CommentsLeave a Reply | AboutThe Common Core State Standards Initiative is a joint effort by the National Governors Association Center for Best Practices (NGA Center) and the Council of Chief State School Officers (CCSSO) in partnership with Achieve, ACT and the College Board. ArchivesJune 2010 CategoriesAll |
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