Why millions are failing college math — and how to fix it

College Algebra is a major barrier to degree completion, but redesigning math experiences to focus on real-world applications ...
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Survey: So how do Americans feel about math? The answer — like calculus and algebraic geometry — is complicated

So how to best describe Americans’ relationship with math? The answer is, well, a lot like multivariable calculus: It’s complicated. A national Gallup study reveals that more than 90% of American ...
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Math Teachers and Math Ed. Professors Don’t See Eye to Eye on Best Practices

Hannah Moulton teaches Algebra 1. But before her 9th graders get started on graphing linear functions or solving quadratic equations, she makes sure that they have a much more basic skill down pat.
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Many Math Teachers Cobble Together Their Own Instructional Materials, a Survey Finds

Writing lesson plans has traditionally been a big part of a teacher’s job. But this doesn’t mean they should be starting from a blank slate. Ideally, teachers are supposed to base their lessons on the ...