Common Core State Standards for ELA and Literacy

What is the purpose of the college and career readiness standards

 to ease transition of moving states for college. success in college and on the job. keeps focus on what it is teachers are preparing students for.

What are the benefits and challenges of the shift to reading and writing non fiction texts

kids must read informational texts, to mirror the reading habits of adults.
read and write to gain knowledge in their fields
understand texts and what to do with them: this helps this process
must argue based on evidence 
inserts kids into the world and reveals real issues
Where is the creative aspect of schools?
Challenge=loss of interest
Standards DON'T include special education standards

What are the benefits and challenges of having standards for science, social studies, and technical subjects