I’m reviewing technology use in the Common Core Standards this morning and thought I would share a few resources I’ve found for better understanding them. Remember that I am based in California so the information related specifically to our state might not apply to you directly.
What is the difference between California standards and the Common Core?
There is a lot of overlap. However, the Common Core standards are based on college and career readiness standards. The Common Core:
- Focus to a greater extent on text complexity and drawing information from sourcesAs I interpret this, students now have to evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of different text sources (including digital) and comprehend information that comes from media as well as text.
- Address reading and writing across the curriculumThere’s reading in science as well as reading in language arts. All disciplines require writing
- Where’s the technology?Technology is a tool rather than a set of isolated standards. I like this. The Common Core speaks generally about students choosing a variety of texts (including digital) and publishing writing in a variety of formats including digital.
My sources:
Thank you! I’m going to be teaching a K-5 technology class next year (a move from 2nd grade), and this will be really helpful.
I like the common core standards because it is content focus and add more use of technology. Common core will be a great change for schools because it will prepare students for college and they will be able to pass entrance exams.