M5 Discussion 2: Common Core Standards for U.S. Education

Common Core Standards for U.S. Education

MISSION STATEMENT OF US COMMON CORE STANDARDS PROGRAM:

"The Common Core State Standards provide a consistent, clear understanding of what students are expected to learn, so teachers and parents know what they need to do to help them. The standards are designed to be robust and relevant to the real world, reflecting the knowledge and skills that our young people need for success in college and careers. With American students fully prepared for the future, our communities will be best positioned to compete successfully in the global economy."

More about the Common Core standards: http://www.corestandards.org/about-the-standards/

For this discussion, please respond to these questions:

1. Will Common Core standards achieve the mission stated above? Why or why not?

2. Will making the curriculum standardized across the U.S. help students and families achieve a competitive advantage in the global economy? Why or why not?

3. How does the standardization in education affect the students with disabilities and families?

Please find at least an external source (research) to support your discussion. Cite that source using the APA format.