We have been very careful thus far to emphasize the Common
Core's potential to reduce inequality and improve student
achievement. Our restraint arises not only out of the habitual
caution of researchers (particularly regarding any definitive statement
that one thing clearly causes another),
but also because of concerns about effective
implementation of the new standards.
The CCSS-M represent a fairly dramatic .
break with the status quo, and as such there %
are very real questions about whether there
is sufficient commitment from policymakers
and educators, and support from the
public, to overcome barriers to the CCSSM's
progress.