Next Generation Standards

April 27, 2012

Examine the ELA Standards

• Access the Next Generation CSOs link on WVDE from Teach 21

• Select Subject: English Language Arts Standards

• Select Grade 10 and click Get Next Generation CSOs, then focus on ELA 10.R.C1.2

• Explore the links available (G, A, Grade 10 ELA Crosswalk, Anchor Standards)

Examine the Math Standards

• Access the Next Generation CSOs link on WVDE from Teach 21

• Select Subject: Mathematics• Select High School Math II and click Get Next

Generation CSOs, then focus on M.2HS.QFM.1• Explore the links available (High School Math 2

Crosswalk and Mathematical Practices)

OR ACCESS SITE ATHTTP://WWW.CORESTANDARDS.ORG/

Common Core Website

Reading

• Level of complexity progresses with grade

• Literary and informational texts• Critical content for all students is

mandated

Writing

• Arguments based on evidence and reasoning

• Short and long term research• Samples of performance levels

Speaking and Listening

• Gain, evaluate and present increasingly complex information

• Academic discussion in one-to-one, small and large groups

• Formal presentations• Informal discussions

Language

• Grow vocabulary through conversations, direction instruction and reading

• Prepare students for college and 21st century careers

• Vocabulary and conventions extend across reading, writing, speaking and listening

Media and Technology

• Integrated throughout the standards

Mathematics

• K-5 provide foundation of whole numbers, basic operations, fractions and decimals

• Kindergarten focus on the number core from National Research Council’s Early Math Panel

• K-5 progression of skills from grade to grade• Procedures and conceptual understanding• Students prepared for algebra for grade 8

Mathematics-continued

• Middle school prepares students for high school math

• High school focuses on real world issues and challenges

• High school develops depth of understanding and ability to apply math

• High school emphasizes mathematical modeling

Hunt Institute

Understanding the Standards

Browse YouTube videos regarding the standards

Implications for Secondary Students

• After reviewing the significant changes in the math courses for high school students, what should special education do to prepare for the changes?

• How might the new standards help improve the quality of secondary transition services?

IDEA Partnership

Dynamic Learning Maps

Browse the website to learn about the Common Core Standards and the alternate assessment system for

students with significant cognitive disabilities

Student and Family Involvement

• How do special educators help families and students understand how the Next Generation Standards are different and more rigorous?

• How do special educators help students adjust to the increased rigor through special education supports?

• What are the most critical actions for special educators to take at the current time?

Instructional Opportunities

Preparation for NxG CSOs

• What activities have the special education staff experiences regarding the NxG CSOs?

• What additional activities might occur?• What considerations for IEPs should

occur?