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Algebra in Grade 8?

  • Writer: Eric Milou
    Eric Milou
  • Jun 17, 2015
  • 1 min read

Today more U.S. eighth graders take algebra than any other math course but is this a good thing? This push for universal eighth-grade algebra is based on an argument for equity, not on empirical evidence. The real evidence clearly shows that placing all students in 8th grade algebra is NOT a successful strategy. A detailed summary of the research was released by the Brown Center entitled: "The Misplaced Math Students: Lost in Eighth Grade Algebra". Read the full report here. Additionally, a NY Times piece by Andrew Hacker entitled "Is Algebra Necessary" is also a very interesting read here.

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