Decisions involving the curriculum and materials taught in K-12 schools should be made after thoroughly examining the Curriculum Framework for your local and state school districts. The following are links to the Curriculum Frameworks for Mississippi:
MATHEMATICS:
Mississippi Mathematics Curriculum Framework:
This site will provide you with information about the framework as well as teaching strategies and other links that you may find useful. The vertical alignment is a very useful tool in that you can see the growth and development of a mathematical topic as the objectives progress through the grades.
National Mathematics Standards and Focal Points:
The National Council of Teachers of Mathematics provides us with the Principles and Standards for School Mathematics as well as Curriculum Focal Points for Pre-Kindergarten through Grade 8 Mathematics.
Common Core State Standards Initiative:
The Common Core State Standards Initiative is a state-led effort coordinated by the National Governors Association Center for Best Practices (NGA Center) and the Council of Chief State School Officers (CCSSO). The standards were developed in collaboration with teachers, school administrators, and experts, to provide a clear and consistent framework to prepare our children for college and the workforce.
SCIENCE:
Science Curriculum Framework:
This site will provide you with information about the framework as well as other resources for the Science Curriculum Framework, content resources, copies of archived Mississippi Science Spots Newsletter, etc.
National Science Standards:
The National Science Teachers Association (NSTA) provides us with the National Standards for teaching science. These standards serve as goals for achievement for all members of the science education community.
Common Core State Standards Initiative:
The Common Core State Standards Initiative is a state-led effort coordinated by the National Governors Association Center for Best Practices (NGA Center) and the Council of Chief State School Officers (CCSSO). The standards were developed in collaboration with teachers, school administrators, and experts, to provide a clear and consistent framework to prepare our children for college and the workforce.
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