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Stevens, Alexis; Stevens, John – Mathematics Teacher, 2016
How is the president of the United States elected? Why is this the method used? Is this the best and most efficient way of electing the president of the United States? Questions such as these are well suited for a mathematics discussion that promotes numeracy, because, "notwithstanding the immense value of numeracy for education and vocation,…
Descriptors: Elections, Political Campaigns, Presidents, Numeracy
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Urbina-Lilback, Ruth N. – Mathematics Teacher, 2016
The statistics about community college developmental math level and completion rates can seem disheartening, especially for those who work with these students day-to-day and know their life stories. When it comes to teaching her students, the author chooses not to focus on the statistics. Instead, she pays attention to their varied career goals…
Descriptors: Student Diversity, Community Colleges, Two Year College Students, Two Year Colleges
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Edenfield, Kelly W. – Mathematics Teacher, 2012
The widespread adoption of the Common Core State Standards for Mathematics (CCSSI 2010) shows a commitment to changing mathematics teaching and learning in pursuit of increasing student achievement. CCSSM should not be viewed as just another list of content standards for publishers and assessment groups to design their products around. Many…
Descriptors: State Standards, Teaching Methods, Mathematics Instruction, Core Curriculum