Q 2

2) What is Core Knowledge and how does it apply to education theory?

A: Core knowledge is the basic knowledge taught to students from which they can build the rest of their knowledge. Core knowledge applies to education theory, which is “the theory of the purpose, application and interpretation of education and learning.” (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Educational_theory) It applies to the educational theory because in order for education to build or change you must have core knowledge. You must have starting ground to build off of to apply how your theories and practices of learning.