This article by Linda Darling-Hammond on Forbes highlights a significant crisis in mathematics education within the United States, pointing to low PISA scores and a widespread fear of math among students, leading to labor shortages in technical fields. Darling-Hamond highlights the need for comprehensive reform, drawing comparisons with high-achieving countries like Singapore, Japan, South Korea, and Estonia.
Her key recommendations for improvement include redesigning curriculum to be more integrated and focused on real-world problem-solving, providing high-quality instructional materials and ongoing support for teachers, and fostering a positive classroom culture that promotes curiosity, a sense of belonging, and a growth mindset in students.
We can do this!
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