A lot of children across the U.S. were graduating without enough understanding of math a few years ago. So mathematicians and teachers studied how math is taught in countries where students do good on math tests. The result they came up with was the Common Core. This changed how math was taught.
What is your view on Common Core? Is it overly complicated, or a new way to learn?
Common Core Math is a set of new standards of learning.
Studies have shown that students who took Common Core Algebra 1 in ninth grade were 80 percent less likely to have to do it again. All students now take Common Core Algebra 1 in the ninth grade. This is increasing the student understanding and knowledge of Algebra. Common Core Math gives students the knowledge and skills they need for college and career.
The result was a set of recommendations called the Common Core. SFUSD learned from and built on the well-researched recommendations from these experts.
Laura Lurns · Learning Success expert
Key takeaways
- The Common Core was started by mathematicians, business industry leaders and teachers coming together to change how math is taught.
- Students take Common Core Algebra 1 in ninth grade.
- The Common Core Math program provides students with knowledge and skills they need for college, career, and life.
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