The Effects of Common Core State Standards For Mathematics On Students and Teachers In 6-12th Grades.
Location
Helms Classroom #173
Session Format
Presentation
Abstract
The purpose of this study is to investigate the effects of Common Core State Standards for Mathematics (CCSSM) on students and teachers, from their introduction in 2013 to 2025. During my undergraduate program, in my placement I made some observations about students and how well they were comprehending what the standards were asking them to do. Seeing a disconnect led me to wanting to find out the effects of the CCSSM on 6-12th grade students and educators. This thesis is looking at three specific effects the CCSSM has had on secondary grades since their implementations in 2013. Those effects are mathematical test scores, preparation for STEM-focused majors and careers, and the standards impact on secondary educators. Currently the design of the study is to interview secondary educators to see firsthand what it is like implementing the CCSSM into their classrooms. They would be asked a series of questions to gain their insight on topics like general test scores, preparation for stem-focused majors and careers, and their thoughts on implementing the standards.
Keywords
Common Core State Standards for Mathematics, Secondary Education, Professional Development, STEM careers, Test scores
Professional Bio
I am currently an undergraduate student at Georgia Southern University, working on a Bachelor's Degree in Secondary Education with a concentration in mathematics. After graduation, I plan to teach a high school mathematics course.
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Recommended Citation
Holthaus, Abigail G. and Janiczek-Smith, Janel, "The Effects of Common Core State Standards For Mathematics On Students and Teachers In 6-12th Grades." (2026). Georgia Educational Research Association Conference. 24.
https://digitalcommons.georgiasouthern.edu/gera/2026/2026/24
The Effects of Common Core State Standards For Mathematics On Students and Teachers In 6-12th Grades.
Helms Classroom #173
The purpose of this study is to investigate the effects of Common Core State Standards for Mathematics (CCSSM) on students and teachers, from their introduction in 2013 to 2025. During my undergraduate program, in my placement I made some observations about students and how well they were comprehending what the standards were asking them to do. Seeing a disconnect led me to wanting to find out the effects of the CCSSM on 6-12th grade students and educators. This thesis is looking at three specific effects the CCSSM has had on secondary grades since their implementations in 2013. Those effects are mathematical test scores, preparation for STEM-focused majors and careers, and the standards impact on secondary educators. Currently the design of the study is to interview secondary educators to see firsthand what it is like implementing the CCSSM into their classrooms. They would be asked a series of questions to gain their insight on topics like general test scores, preparation for stem-focused majors and careers, and their thoughts on implementing the standards.
