3.3 Connecting Next Generation Assessments to the Standards

A Look at Major Shifts in Mathematics

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 mathematics identified by the New York State Education Department through their website - EngageNY.org:

Source: http://www.engageny.org 


You are now ready to move on to the next learning activity: 3.4 A Look at Sample Next Generation Assessment Items