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Math and Science

California is in the midst of major reforms in the way math is taught based on the Common Core standards. It is also implementing new approaches to teaching science as a result of the state’s adoption of the Next Generation Science Standards. At the same time, the state faces a shortage of teachers in both math and science. How well students do in each of these major areas of the curriculum have long-range implications for California’s future.
April 16, 2018

Focusing on the language skills of English Learners key to boosting math scores

An Education Trust–West report highlights successful strategies some California districts implemented to improve English learners' performance in math.

Ashley Hopkinson
April 10, 2018

Illuminating science for blind students, with help from latest tech devices

The technology, combined with supportive teachers, has opened the door to science careers.

Carolyn Jones
April 8, 2018

A quiet revolt reshaping the pathway to college

Alternatives to algebra open up new opportunities for students.

Pamela Burdman
March 18, 2018

Finally, enough beakers for everyone: Oakland teacher wins grant for state-of-the-art science lab

$20,000 award from National Science Teachers Association will provide much-needed supplies to East Oakland middle school

Carolyn Jones
March 12, 2018

Teacher shortage, lack of supplies hinder rollout of new science standards, report finds

Low-income and low-performing schools are facing the most obstacles in implementing the Next Generation Science Standards.

Carolyn Jones
March 11, 2018

Lullaby of algebra: How mixing music and math helps engage students

Music can help students remember math formulas and relieve stress in the classroom, studies show.

Carolyn Jones
March 8, 2018

There are many benefits to starting science education early — very early

Report finds that even infants can learn abstract scientific concepts, and starting early can help them with science later on.

Carolyn Jones
February 19, 2018

‘Big data’ classes a big hit in California high schools

At least 30 high schools now offer classes in data science, one of the state's most in-demand and highest-paying careers.

Carolyn Jones
February 13, 2018

Science education funding still in Trump’s crosshairs, despite being saved by Congress

2019 budget proposal eliminates NASA education office and teacher training grants.

Carolyn Jones
February 7, 2018

Trump's proposed cuts to science education would be 'devastating,' educators say

NASA, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration and teacher training grants face more than $3 billion in cuts as Congress debates 2018 budget.

Carolyn Jones
February 4, 2018

‘It’s a big world out there’: Teachers take math outside the classroom

Learning math at the beach, on a city street, at the playground can engage even the most math-averse students, teachers say

Carolyn Jones
January 21, 2018

New science standards a boon for the littlest learners

Hands-on science projects emphasized in California's new science standards are a hit with K-2 students, teachers say.

Carolyn Jones
January 16, 2018

School district networks use improvement science to get results

Districts seek to narrow achievement gaps, especially at the middle-school level.

Rick Miller
January 11, 2018

Funding, teacher training top educators' wish lists for science education in 2018

High-quality training in the new science standards needs to be a priority for districts in 2018, some leading educators say.

Carolyn Jones
January 3, 2018

Despite cutbacks, auto shops play a role in math and science education in California schools

Auto shops still thrive at some high schools, despite a shift to more academic course offerings.

Carolyn Jones