Poll: Test Scores Less Important Than Critical Thinking SkillsSeptember 30, 2015 | Steve MilneCalifornia teachers say critical thinking skills, not test scores, are the best indicators of readiness for college and careers, according to a poll released today. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Nev. Lawmakers Adopt Common Core High School Math StandardsAugust 11, 2015(AP) - Nevada lawmakers have given final approval to adopting Common Core math standards for high school students.
State GovernmentOpposition Continues As Common Core ImplementedApril 30, 2014 | Katie OrrCalifornia schools are adjusting curriculum and students are already taking tests based on new Common Core standards. But opposition to the standards continues, as demonstrated by a small rally at the Capitol today. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Survey Finds Most Californians Support Common CoreApril 24, 2014(AP) -- While states around the U.S. are attempting to delay or stop the implementation of new education standards known as the Common Core, one study finds that most Californians are actually in support of it.