Common Core State Standards in Mathematics

 

As many states transition to the new Common Core State Standards in Mathematics (CCSS-M), AMTE recognizes how important these new standards are to the work of mathematics teacher educators.

The AMTE CCSS-M Task Force is compiling information, resources, and links to help you become more familiar with the CCSS-M and better prepared to address these standards in our work with pre-service teachers and in professional development with in-service teachers at all grade levels.

 

 

Resources

Alphabet Soup—Your User’s Guide to all things Common Core!
Quick explanations of the many acronyms and terminology associated with the CCSS-M

 

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) about the Common Core
More detailed responses to some of the most commonly asked questions about the CCSS-M

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Table of Links to Information and Reports A table organized by both topic and grade band with links to some of the most important documents and reports about the CCSS-M

 

Learning Trajectories for the K-8 CCSS-M
Interactive "hexagon maps" on TurnOnCCMath.net provide research-based resources for unpacking student learning in the K-8 CCSS-M.

 

CCSS Toolbox
An online CCSS Toolbox to support implementation of the mathematics standards.

 

Statement on Common Core assessment by CCSSO

 

Talking Points on CCSS-M 
The members of the Mathematics Common Core Coalition (MCCC) developed a set of talking points about the CCSS-M document that you can use in your communications with interested stakeholders.

Talking Points on CCSS-Math

Statement on CCSS Math by CBMS Presidents
This is a recently released statement of support for the Common Core from the Conference Board of the Mathematical Sciences.

Support Statement for CCSS Math


CCSS-M Supporting Implementation Report

Written report from an NSF-funded project sponsored by North Carolina State University with recommendations for professional development to support implementation of the Common Core (CCSSM).

 

Mathematics Common Core Coalition
AMTE's statement on the formation of the Mathematics Common Core Coalition (MCCC) , providing expertise and advice on issues related to effective implementation and assessment of the CCSS.

 

Common Core State Standards Joint Statement
In collaborative effort, four major national mathematics education organizations - AMTE, NCTM, NCSM, ASSM - have issued a joint statement pledging their support in implementing the Common Core State Standards.

 

 

 


Connections

Timely, important updates for mathematics teacher educators.

This issue of AMTE Connections highlights the power of community in sustaining and advancing mathematics teacher education. Across this issue, contributors explore how we learn from one another, support teachers and teacher educators, advocate for equitable educational opportunities, and remain committed to the work even during challenging times. In his presidential message, Farshid Safi reflects on the importance of strategic partnerships and collective leadership, while other contributors examine responsive teaching, professional learning, mathematical healing, advocacy, and the experiences that sustain us as mathematics teacher educators. You will also find updates from AMTE committees and affiliates, opportunities for mentoring and professional development, information about the 2027 AMTE Annual Conference in Baltimore, and an announcement from the editors of Mathematics Teacher Educator highlighting the June 2026 issue and the upcoming search for the journal’s next editorial team. Thank you to all who contributed to this issue and to the many members whose work reminds us that meaningful change is built through collaboration, persistence, and a shared commitment to excellence and equity in mathematics teacher education.

Eugenia Vomvoridi-Ivanovic, Connections Editor