WorksheetsCCSS & Next Gen Standards quiz
Total questions: 14
Worksheet time: 36mins
Match the following
Strands
ELA category definitions
Anchor Standards
broad student expectation statements
Learning Standards
what students should know/be able to do
What are grade level and grade band standards?
Describe specific (a) about what students should understand and be able to do at a specific grade level or grade band.
CCSS standards emphasize ______ and ______ skills (2 correct answers)
critical thinking
real-word problem-solving
reading abstract texts
rote memorization
Next Generation Standards include 4 categories:
Common Core focuses on better preparing students for (a) and (b) .
What fueled the creation of the Common Core?
students were not keeping up with the highest international standards in ELA, science, and math
teachers wanted a more rigorous curriculum
parents were concerned students weren't doing well enough on standardized tests
the US education system wanted to spice things up
When were the Next Gen Standards adopted? (year)
*not implemented
(a)
Indicate which is CCSS, Next Gen, or a similarity between the two
CCSS
Emphasis on informational texts
Next Gen
Balance informational and literacy texts
Similarity
Sets learning standards for all students
What is the role of SLPs in working with CCSS & Next Gen?
Use standards as guides to create relevant and educationally-based sessions for their students
IEP goals can be used to help a child meet the standards for their grade level
Aide students in growing skills that benefit educational standards
SLPs and other support staff provide input about standard functionality during curriculum development
Which are characteristics of CCSS?
Rigid guidelines
Emphasis on rote learning
Lack of flexibility toward younger students, especially those with special needs
Incorporates additional play and curiosity into instructional methods for younger grades
Which are characteristics of Next Gen Standards?
Hierarchical standards based on mastery
Offers flexibility in how students reach expectations
Offered educators time to learn and be trained on standards before implementation
Emphasis on play and curiosity
What is a takeaway you have from this topic?
Write anything else about CCSS and/or Next Gen that wasn't covered in this quiz! (optional)
Draw a symbol for how well you understand CCSS & Next Gen!
