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"University of Oregon professor Yong Zhao's 2009 book 'Catching Up or Leading the Way' sent a jolt through our educational system. He questioned the use of tests and 'accountability' from the unique perspective of someone educated in China, now living - and raising children - in the USA."
In this interview Yong Zhao answers the following questions:
"Where do you see the push for Common Core standards coming from?"
"What will be different five years from now if the current plans go foward?"
"Some argue that without a single high bar, we will continue to leave poor and minority students behind. How would you respond?"
"Leaders of the Common Core have emphasized the importance of students understanding and responding to non-fiction, shifting awy from the personal response, even going so far as to say 'In college and careers, no one cares how you feel.' Do you think this will be helpful?"
"How should we pursue excellence in the absence of national standards?"
