The results of the first report on the mathematical abilities of 13 and 17 year-olds by the National Assessment of Education Progress (NAEP) are summarized and interpreted. A similar article for elementary school mathematics appears in SE 514 769. (SD) Aspect of National Assessment (NAEP) dealt with in this document: Results (Interpretation).

Results from the third national mathematics assessment indicate that the decline in performance of 17 year olds between 1973 and 1978 has leveled out over the last four years, and 13 year olds' performance improved significantly between 1978 and 1982. However, most gains were on lower-order skills. (MNS)

National assessment data on student performance in several phases of algebra are reported. It is noted that this performance has not reached the point of mastery even for most students with two years of algebra and a year of geometry. However, the data are not thought to suggest complete failure. (MP)

Data from the second mathematics assessment of the National Assessment of Educational Progress shows little difference between males and females in overall mathematics achievement at ages 9 and 13. However, at age 17, females are not achieving as well in mathematics as males. (MP)

Results of the second mathematics assessment of the National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP) are analyzed with regard to the performance of 13- and 17-year-olds on probability exercises. The results suggest that this area has been neglected in mathematics instruction. (MP)

Student weaknesses on problem-solving portions of the NAEP mathematics assessment are discussed using Polya's heuristics as a framework. Recommendations for classroom instruction are discussed. (MP) Aspect of National Assessment (NAEP) dealt with in this document: Results (Interpretation).

Data on computer literacy from the 1977-78 National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP) are discussed. (MP) Aspect of National Assessment (NAEP) dealt with in this document: Results (Interpretation).

Highlights are given of the results of the second mathematics assessment of the National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP), for 13 and 17 year olds, in the areas of number, algebra, geometry, measurement, and other miscellaneous topics. Changes from the previous assessment and conclusions are also included. (MK) Aspect of National…

The Report of the Advisory Panel on the Scholastic Aptitude Test Score Decline was reviewed and some shortcomings pointed out. Changing standards and changes in the composition of the SAT-taking population are discussed. (MN)