The drive to get every student to take so-called college gateway courses has succeeded, a new federal study finds, but students taking Algebra 1 and Geometry classes are getting considerably less ...

Pre-algebra is more than just a set of math topics—it’s the bridge between basic arithmetic and the deeper logic of algebra. Mastering it builds the confidence and skills needed for high school math, ...

Pre-algebra is more than just numbers—it’s the bridge to confident algebra thinking. With the right strategies, tools, and mindset, students can move from procedural math to reasoning about patterns, ...

Pre-algebra (Math 1090) enhances students’ basic math skills through the study of key skill strands that are explored across different types of numbers, including whole numbers, fractions, signed ...

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At the state’s prodding, the proportion of students taking Algebra in eighth grade increased 60 percent over the past decade – a significant achievement. But there has not been a parallel success in ...