3.3 Connecting Next Generation Assessments to the Standards

A Look at Major Shifts in Literacy

Curriculum experts have identified pedigogical shifts demanded by the Common Core State Standards.  Although the number and exact descriptions of these required changes my differ slightly, the overall concepts are the same.  

Below is a graphic summarizing the major shifts in literacy identified by the New York State Education Department through their website - EngageNY.org:

Although the shifts in literacy are all relevant to all teachers, shift #1 and #2 from above probably most desereves the attention of teachers at every grade level and in every content area.  The videos linked below provides an overview of expectations of all teachers in improving student literacy.  View the video appropriate to your grade level and consider the implications this "shift" has for you as an educator.

Shift 1 Grades PK -5: Balancing Informational Text and Literature 

Shift 2, Grades 6-12: Building Knowledge in the Disciplines 

Source: http://www.engageny.org 

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