Spurred by a succession of reports pointing to the importance of algebra as a gateway to college, educators and policymakers embraced “algebra for all” policies in the 1990s and began working to ...

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From suburbs in the Northeast to major cities on the West Coast, a surprising subject is prompting ballot measures, lawsuits and bitter fights among parents: algebra. Students have been required for ...

Prodigy Math Game blends curriculum-aligned math with role-playing adventures, turning problem-solving into an engaging quest. Kids battle monsters, unlock rewards, and level up while mastering skills ...

For most people, the word "algebra" conjures classroom memories of Xs and Ys. Weekend Edition's math guy, Keith Devlin, says that's because most schools do a terrible job of teaching it. He talks with ...

Does Amboy Junior High School have a math problem? For a group of parents of seventh grade students, the answer equals yes. The Amboy School Board on Thursday night heard from a group of parents of ...

College algebra can feel like a roadblock, but with the right mindset, resources, and study strategies, it becomes a stepping stone to academic and career growth. From building strong foundational ...

New York City has got a math problem. Less than half of city kids passed the state Algebra 1 Regents exam this past school year, after the Department of Education introduced a controversial new math ...

Congratulations! High school graduation rates in your state are hitting all-time highs! But before you crack open the ...