Common Core State Standards

Before I read this article I had only an idea of what Common Core State Standards actually meant. I heard the term used many times by teachers and professors through out my schooling career, but never really understood the depth of how they work. I know Common Core State Standards are put into place to ensure every student is taught the same fundamentals and to make sure teachers are being consistent across the United States. However, that does not mean every aspect of Common Core State Standards is liked by teachers. There is a valid argument that can be made that students are not necessarily interested in the material that Common Core State Standard offers. Sometimes students may think the material is boring or they feel like they will never use it in their adult life. This is a huge issue when it comes to teaching because it takes away from the student learning anything from the material. When the student is engaged and excited about the material, that is when they start excelling in their work. It is important for teachers to follow Common Core State Standards but also apply modern culture and fun activities into their daily teaching routine. I think one area that Common Core State Standards is effective in, is todays day and age is so busy and students are being expected to take on more and more of a workload than ever before. Common Core State Standards make sure that they are getting a consistent education. Common Core also can allow teachers to evolve with their teaching while also allowing them to put their own twist to it and adapt the material to their students. I think CCSS is a very necessary and helpful tool that can for the most part be greatly appreciated by teachers, yet no concept is perfect. It is structured, organized, and molded to be as effective as possible for teachers, and that is where the learning starts.