What should Florida kids learn about U.S. history? A rule is in the works. âThe goal of the teacher is to teach kids how to think, not what to think,â education commissioner Richard Corcoran said. Â Â Florida education commissioner Richard Corcoran speaks about his education philosophy during a May 5 speech at Hillsdale College in Michigan. [ Hillsdale College / YouTube ] Updated Yesterday A new rule proposed by education commissioner Richard Corcoran would require Florida teachers to align their civics lessons to a traditional view of American history. The move won praise from Corcoranâs fellow Republicans, but was blasted by critics who say it would prevent students from studying critical truths about the nationâs past.