But because the standards
emphasize critical thinking and citing evidence, most teachers expect that new tests aligned with the Common
Core will require students to write essays based on
multiple reading passages.
Implementing the Common
Core Standards that
emphasize cognitive engagement, constructivist learning, 21st century skills, and depth of knowledge, while at the same time understanding
Multiple Intelligences, learning styles, quadrants of the brain, IEP's, and that all students learn differently requires that I oppose NYS evaluation system, its philosophy and theory, as well as NYS political and economic agenda.