Katherine Ellison
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Free online content helps teachers meet Common Core demands
More teachers are turning to online materials as textbooks fall short.
Katherine Ellison
October 15, 2015
Teachers become entrepreneurs by selling classroom materials online
The demand has grown as teachers search for materials aligned to the Common Core.
Katherine Ellison
September 14, 2015
Students speak out on the Common Core
Students discuss teaching and testing as the new standards are implemented.
Katherine Ellison, Sarah Tully, And Laurie Udesky
September 3, 2015
Teachers back in school to master Common Core standards
A number of summer programs help teachers hone their skills.
Katherine Ellison
July 15, 2015
California's dwindling teacher supply rattling districts' nerves
Some districts are hiring more teachers with provisional credentials.
Katherine Ellison And John Fensterwald
July 14, 2015
California institute takes lead in promoting project-based learning
The method engages students in active experiences.
Katherine Ellison
July 5, 2015
Teachers to teach teachers at statewide Common Core summit
The conference will be held simultaneously at 33 sites.
Katherine Ellison
June 23, 2015
'We've got to remember this isn't a race' in implementing Common Core
Dean Vogel is the outgoing president of the California Teachers Association.
Katherine Ellison
May 10, 2015
Common Core tests well under way
Nearly 2 million students have begun to take the online tests aligned to Common Core.
Katherine Ellison
April 27, 2015
In California, some districts face minimal opposition to Common Core
District officials say communication, parent outreach has built support.
Katherine Ellison
March 30, 2015
Dates for new Common Core assessments vary by district
Testing at some schools is underway.
Katherine Ellison
March 23, 2015
Common Core standards emphasize 'math that matters most'
Jason Zimba is one of the authors of the Common Core State Standards in math.
Katherine Ellison And John Fensterwald
March 11, 2015
Common Core lessons aim to close persistent achievement gap
To complete challenging tasks, students expected to collaborate, persevere.