In a traditional classroom setting of 25-30 students, some with learning disabilities and others with different learning modalities it is extremely difficult to implement the Common Core standards, and be successful, because of the dynamics of the classroom. Thus, this will hinder the time frame designated to complete subject matter. I would not like to be measured on how well my students performed on a state or federally based test, when I am attempted to get all 25-30 students on the same page. Along with dealing with disciplinary issues that will arise. I would rather give an assessment based on what I have covered freely with governmentally input. Shankar (2011) states “ We also caution that attaining the goals provided by these standards requires a clear road map in the form of rich, common curriculum content, along with resources to support successfully teaching all students to mastery(p.376). Furthermore, with limited state and federal resources how can the success for the programs be measure? I believe common standards will not promote student learning achievement.
In my state of North Carolina, I can remember my girls and I becoming so stressed out with state standards and the End-of Course test. As a parent it was heartbreaking to see my girls stressed the week of those assessment with the fear of failing the class not
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