Spotlight on Algebra
On Algebra
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The Education Week Spotlight on Algebra is a collection of articles hand-picked by our editors for their insights on:
- Strategies to help students struggling in algebra
- Research on mandating algebra in 9th grade
- How teachers introduce algebra concepts in the early grades
- Interest in creating common algebra assessments across states
- Computer-aided instruction in prealgebra and algebra
A great value! You get the seven articles below and a resource guide in a downloadable PDF.
In Perspective
Catching Up on AlgebraThe push to ensure that all students, not just the academically gifted, take introductory algebra and do so earlier has gained widespread acceptance in U.S. schools over the quarter-century since A Nation at Risk advocated strengthening graduation requirements in math.
April 22, 2008 - Education Week
Even so, the test's sponsors see the venture as evidence that states are willing to pull together to establish common assessments.
October 1, 2009 | Updated: May 8, 2010 - Education Week
Researchers say mandating the subject in 9th grade has not boosted test scores or the number of students pursuing more-advanced math.
March 6, 2009 - Education Week
A study found one program improved learning in algebra, partly because the technology enabled teachers to tailor instruction to students.
March 10, 2009 - Education Week
As state and school leaders across the country push for more students to take algebra in 8th grade, a new study argues that struggling students are being enrolled in that course despite being woefully unprepared.
September 22, 2008 - Education Week
Many educators and administrators, as well as some members of a national advisory group, wonder how the state will succeed in mandating that 8th graders be tested in Algebra 1, given students’ persistent struggles in that subject and the potential demand it will generate for more math teachers.
July 23, 2008 - Education Week
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Kiddie Algebra
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