Simple Math (coming to a state near you [1])
Common Core Standards adopted
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Silence from teachers, professional organizations, parents
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New tests, more tests, pre-tests, post-tests
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Silence from teachers, professional organizations, parents
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test-prep textbooks/ test-prep software aligned with CCS
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Silence from teachers, professional organizations, parents
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VAM teacher accountability, teacher merit pay
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Silence from teachers, professional organizations, parents
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Hiring TFA recruits, expanding corporate charter schools
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Silence from teachers, professional organizations, parents
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The end of universal public education*
*Hint: 1% wins again
[1] Like in South Carolina: Student testing to change (Charleston, SC, Post and Courier)
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