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GEORGIA FRAMEWORK
FOR LEARNING
MATHEMATICS AND SCIENCE

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The Georgia Framework for Learning Mathematics and Science communicates the knowledge, skills and dispositions in science and mathematics necessary for all Georgia students. It also highlights instructional practices, materials, and assessment strategies that will be needed to support their implementation. The Learning Framework will serve to implement the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics' standards and emerging national science standards for all Georgia students. The Learning Framework is based on the belief that children learn in different ways, at different rates, and for different reasons; that learners require active participation in learning; and that developmentally appropriate learning experiences are important.

The Learning Framework links national standards to classroom practice in Georgia by:

Identifying fundamental understandings of mathematics and science for Georgia's students to learn

Presenting examples of high quality instruction and assessment

Guiding the selection, development, and management of learning resources

Providing guidelines for the physical environment in support of learning mathematics and science

Establishing criteria upon which professional development programs will be based

Indicating guidelines for appropriate use of technology including distance learning and other instructional technologies

Describing a culture of learning that values each individual student

The Learning Framework is a collaborative effort between the Georgia Department of Education and the Georgia Initiative in Mathematics and Science. It is being developed by science and mathematics teachers, mathematicians, scientists, parents, representatives from business and industry, and community leaders.

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