Are the common core state standards complex? Jed and Tim talk to Seton Hall University’s Associate Professor of Education Chris Tienken about his new research. Seems that what you actually mean by “complex” matters.

Radical scholarship and a “pedagogy of kindness?” BustED Pencils Activist of the Week—Paul Thomas—says absolutely. And when it comes to education journalism Dr. Thomas says….

And what would BustED Pencils be without trending news, Matt Damon’s Mom, and a Moment of Zinn.

Let’s Bust some Pencils!