Much of the conversation around common core standards involves supporters and detractors talking at each other, past each other or exchanging dueling Twitter posts and blog posts. #Common Core Radio is where you'll hear UNcommonly, thoughtful, informed and civil discussions about implementing Common Core Standards. Each episode will feature discussion on new developments, emerging issues, trends and interviews with Common Core news makers.
Latest episodes
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Wizardry In Kansas: Leading the Way on Common Core
Kansas relabeled the Common Core Standards as part of their implementation strategy. Learn how the "Kansas Can" mindset is leading to success with the program across the…
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How Professional Development Leads to Common Core Success
Our guest tells us that the right kind of professional development was the key to successful Common Core implementation in his state. Learn how. Discuss: #commoncore #CCSS Follow:…
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Tips for Navigating the Highly-Charged Common Core Landscape
Despite several well-publicized successful implementations of Common Core Standards, the subject remains politically charged. Our guest shares his experience with successfully navi…
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Common Core Standards: Where Are We Now?
We kick off 2016 with a look back at how far we've come on Common Core implementation and the road ahead. Discuss: #commoncore #CCSS Follow: @fisher1000 @Eduflack @dgburris @c…
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Common Core Implementation Done Well: A Success Story
Our guest shares a multidimensional perspective and a successful implementation of Common Core State Standards. Discuss: #commoncore #CCSS Follow: @rufotepper @Eduflack @learningfi…
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Three Ways Tech Savvy Teachers Are Gaming the Common Core
Game-based learning can be a powerful strategy for engaging students and meeting common core Standards. Learn more. Discuss: #commoncore #CCSS Follow: @rufotepper @Eduflack @cscott…
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3 Eye-Opening Discoveries Changed My View of Common Core
Our guest unpacked the Common Core Standards and was surprised by what he found. Discuss: #commoncore #CCSS Follow: @barrykid1 @Eduflack @dgburris @curriculumblog @bamradionetwork…
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Lessons from Living Through the Transition to Common Core Standard
Our guest started out as a teacher as Common Core Standards were being adopted. He went on to become a school principal tasked with getting teachers up to speed on the new curricul…
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How a Savvy Principal Made Common Core Implementation Work
Our guest gives us visibility into the role a committed principal plays in the successful implementation of Common Core Standards. Discuss: #commoncore #CCSS Follow: @ellsperj @lea…
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What We Learned About Common Core from Studying the Twitter Buzz
Who is talking about Common Core? Who is supporting Common Core, who is not? Who is co-opting Common Core as a tool to engage their audiences. Discuss: #commoncore #CCSS Follow: @j…
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Common Core: The Big Difference Between Standards and Curriculum
Our guest draws a sharp and important distinction between standards and curriculum. Discuss: #commoncore #CCSS Follow: @Eduflack @dgburris @cscottwilliams @curriculumblog @bamradio…
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Common Core Standards: Is Anyone Getting It Right?
Critics of Common Core argue that implementation of the standards is a big part of the problem. In this episode, we look as a state that seems to have figured out how to make the s…
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Spotlight on North Carolina's Implementation of Common Core Standards
In this episode, we check up on the progress of Common Core implementation in the state of North Carolina. Discuss: #commoncore #CCSS Follow: @Eduflack @dgburris @DrJuneAtkinson @c…
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Encouraging High Level Mathematical Discussion Among Students
Our guest has moved away from teaching rote mathematical processes and toward high-level discussion. In the segment, she shares her process. Discuss: #commoncore #CCSS Follow: @Edu…
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Debunking Myths on the Path to Successful Common Core Implementation
Our guest is uniquely positioned to both understand Common Core State Standards and to correct misconceptions about the initiative. He joins us to help clarify some of the popular,…
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We Love Common Core, We Hate the Teaching Tools
In this segment, our guests tell us why their view of Common Core Standards is favorable. They also share why they prefer creating their own teaching tools. Discuss: #commoncore #C…
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Surviving and Teaching Through the Rocky Process of Implementing Common Core
Our guest has lived and taught through the tumultuous process of implementing Common Core Standards in Indiana. In the segment he shares his experience and lessons learned that mig…
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Real-World Lessons: How One State Rolled Out the Common Core
In this session with talk with a school leader in a state that is now three years into Common Core implementation. What are the big lessons that have been learned? Tune in and find…
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Applying Universal Design to the Common Core
Some see a conflict between the notion of a standardized curriculum and universal design, which is aimed at differentiating instruction. Our guests help identify the bridge between…
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What is the Best Way to Measure Student Learning and Growth?
Summative assessment, formative assessment, mastery, individual growth, what is the best way to measure student progress? Discuss it at #commoncore and #CCSS Follow: @Eduflack @dgb…