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Originally designed by LCI consultant Angela Lalor, and using work from the Connetquot school district in LI, NY, the activity that is showcased in this issue can be downloaded here

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Issue #7   

Learner-Centered Initiatives, Ltd.

 

Teaching and Learning with the  

Common Core

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Focusing on the alignment of classroom curriculum to the Common Core State Standards makes sense if the CCSS are to be integrated into classroom teaching and learning.  How we, and others, choose to approach this goal, however, is a significant factor in the degree to which it will be met with integrity and depth. What does true, deep and, meaningful curriculum alignment entail?  What does it require?
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Aligning Curriculum with Integrity   

by Giselle O. Martin-Kniep with Joanne Picone-Zocchia 

 

How can we ensure that the process of aligning standards with lessons, units and CforL Fellowsassessment is robust and credible and not merely an exercise driven by

the pressures for schools and teachers to comply with existing mandates? How do we help teachers use the standards as a true lens for assessing, revising and designing their curriculum? read more
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