While this may seem a no-brainer, the first step in addressing parent concerns is to enlighten them on what the Common Core math standards are really about. Strategy #1: Educate parents on the truths of the Common Core. They are presented in Table 1 and further explained below. While the examples in this article are embedded in elementary mathematics, the strategies and action steps apply to all K-12 settings. ![]() Three strategies and accompanying action steps help school leaders and teachers be proactive rather than reactive when addressing parent concerns about the Common Core’s math standards. Regardless of whether the comments are fueled by social media or traditional media, educators need to be armed with strategies for helping parents understand, navigate, and embrace the Common Core’s mathematics content and practices. But there’s been a spike in such comments since the implementation of the Common Core math standards. Have you heard these comments from parents at your school or in your community? These comments likely have been made time and again since the introduction of mathematics standards over 20 years ago. “I can’t help my child with this ‘new’ math!” ![]() Engage parents with information about the Common Core that dispels the myths and helps keep students interested.
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