The Effects of Common Core State Standards For Mathematics On Students and Teachers In 6-12th Grades.
Faculty Mentor
Janel Janizcek Smith
Location
Russell Union 2041
Type of Research
On-going
Session Format
Oral Presentation
College
College of Education
Department
Secondary Education
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 want to find out the effects of the CCSSM on 6-12th grade students and educators. This thesis looks at three specific effects the CCSSM has had on secondary grades since its implementation in 2013. Those effects are mathematical test scores, preparation for STEM-focused majors and careers, and the standards' impact on secondary educators. The design of the study includes interviewing secondary educators to see firsthand what it is like implementing the CCSSM into their classrooms. They were 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 through the support of professional development.
Program Description
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Start Date
4-23-2026 11:00 AM
End Date
4-23-2026 11:15 AM
Recommended Citation
Holthaus, Abigail G., "The Effects of Common Core State Standards For Mathematics On Students and Teachers In 6-12th Grades." (2026). GS4 Student Scholars Symposium. 114.
https://digitalcommons.georgiasouthern.edu/research_symposium/2026/2026/114
The Effects of Common Core State Standards For Mathematics On Students and Teachers In 6-12th Grades.
Russell Union 2041
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 want to find out the effects of the CCSSM on 6-12th grade students and educators. This thesis looks at three specific effects the CCSSM has had on secondary grades since its implementation in 2013. Those effects are mathematical test scores, preparation for STEM-focused majors and careers, and the standards' impact on secondary educators. The design of the study includes interviewing secondary educators to see firsthand what it is like implementing the CCSSM into their classrooms. They were 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 through the support of professional development.
