States Mapping a Plan for Better School Math Performance Ahead of Next National Assessment

A new report says colleges and universities do not provide enough math instruction to aspiring teachers.
States Mapping a Plan for Better School Math Performance Ahead of Next National Assessment
Traditional math curriculums can be supplemented with real-life problem-solving activities to keep students motivated. gpointstudio/Adobe Stock
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Dismal math scores on the latest national standardized tests have prompted several state legislatures to propose updated teacher training requirements and better numeracy instruction.

Sixty-seven bills related to math in public schools have been introduced so far this year, according to a review of state legislatures. Most are pending, and several, if signed into law, would take effect before the next academic year.
Aaron Gifford
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Aaron Gifford has written for several daily newspapers, magazines, and specialty publications and also served as a federal background investigator and Medicare fraud analyst. He graduated from the University at Buffalo and is based in Upstate New York.