North Carolina Teachers Using Technology To Prepare For Common Core Math Standards

In commentary for T.H.E. Journal (4/10), Cindy H. Moss, director of PreK-12 STEM education at Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools in North Carolina, writes that as states prepare to transition to the Common Core State Standards, "many current teaching practices simply will not provide students with the necessary skills to be productive 21st century citizens, and most educators recognize that fact." Moss touches on the difficulties of changing teacher practices and school policies, noting that in her district, "a number of students and teachers are bringing in sweeping change as they move toward full implementation of the Common Core's Standards for Mathematical Practice. They are reimagining the way math teachers are trained and students are taught, using an approach that makes use of technology and focuses on professional development."