Tag: Math
July 14, 2017
Summer science, math and reading resources for families
Project Lead the Way, the California Mathematics Council and Storyline Online provide ideas for activities parents and children can do together.
Theresa Harrington
July 14, 2017
Q & A: Book highlights vibrant, effective strategies for teaching math
Former teacher Tracy Johnston Zager draws on classroom observations, personal experiences, research and other resources to inspire math teachers.
Theresa Harrington
June 20, 2017
California colleges transform remedial courses to raise graduation rates
Co-requisite courses combine college and remedial level material, give more class time and offer more tutoring. More colleges in California and other states are expected to introduce them.
Larry Gordon
June 11, 2017
Middle-school students embrace endless summer ... of linear equations
Free summer programs help kids struggling in math get a head start on algebra and geometry.
Carolyn Jones
May 31, 2017
Fresno tackles its shortage of math and science teachers
The state's fourth-largest school district is among the leaders in finding creative ways to staff classrooms.
Carolyn Jones
May 29, 2017
California students go online in record numbers to take Common Core-aligned tests, with few glitches
Familiarity with tests and increased Internet capabilities helped districts administer assessments, but state system experienced glitches when overloaded.
Theresa Harrington
May 16, 2017
Q & A: Teaching math that isn't boring to students
Better Math Teaching Network in New England is testing new high school math instructional strategies to be shared with educators around the country.
Theresa Harrington
April 6, 2017
College readiness program aims to boost AP scores
The National Math + Science Initiative program has led to improved Advanced Placement test scores in more than 725 schools in 34 states over three years.
Theresa Harrington
March 16, 2017
Teacher collaboration leads to Common Core math success
E.M. Grimmer Elementary in Fremont, which has a high percentage of low-income and Latino students, was among 19 district schools – or 58 percent – that were ranked at the highest level in math on state standards.
Theresa Harrington
February 28, 2017
Two California schools among hundreds in U.S. taking international test to compare themselves globally
More than 100 U.S. schools are using an international test of 15-year-olds to see how they stack up against others around the world.
Theresa Harrington
February 27, 2017
Q&A: Tips and insights from a Common Core math expert
Sean Nank, American College of Education professor, discusses Common Core math, instructional strategies, curriculum and the beauty of patterns.
Theresa Harrington
February 19, 2017
Placement tests land many students in a math maze instead of on pathways to success
At some CSU campuses, even passing the system’s math placement test or completing remedial requirements won’t ensure that students avoid remedial math.
Pamela Burdman
February 15, 2017
CSU needs more effective way to assess students' math readiness
Current placement practices may force some students into remedial math courses they don’t need, jeopardizing their progress through college.
Pamela Burdman
February 9, 2017
What parents should know about the Common Core
Common Core standards in math and English language arts have brought many changes to California classrooms. Here's a rundown of what's different.
Theresa Harrington
January 16, 2017
Gov. Brown’s proposed budget lacks new funds to combat teacher shortage
Supporters of new funding for teacher recruitment programs said they're disappointed in Gov. Jerry Brown's initial state budget proposal.