Algebra: A Challenge at the Crossroads of Policy and Practice

Autor/inn/en	Stein, Mary Kay; Kaufman, Julia Heath; Sherman, Milan; Hillen, Amy F.
Titel	Algebra: A Challenge at the Crossroads of Policy and Practice
Quelle	In: Review of Educational Research, 81 (2011) 4, S.453-492 (40 Seiten)Infoseite zur Zeitschrift PDF als Volltext Verfügbarkeit
Sprache	englisch
Dokumenttyp	gedruckt; online; Zeitschriftenaufsatz
ISSN	0034-6543
DOI	10.3102/0034654311423025
Schlagwörter	Evidence; Disadvantaged Youth; Grade 9; Algebra; Mathematics Education; Data Analysis; Grade 8; Mathematics Achievement; Correlation; Academic Achievement; Educational Policy; Educational Research + Suchen Sie Ihr Suchwort? Evidenz; Benachteiligter Jugendlicher; School year 09; 9. Schuljahr; Schuljahr 09; Mathematische Bildung; Auswertung; School year 08; 8. Schuljahr; Schuljahr 08; Mathmatics sikills; Mathmatics achievement; Mathematical ability; Mathematische Kompetenz; Korrelation; Schulleistung; Politics of education; Bildungspolitik; Bildungsforschung; Pädagogische Forschung
Abstract	The authors review what is known about early and universal algebra, including who is getting access to algebra and student outcomes associated with algebra course taking in general and specifically with universal algebra policies. The findings indicate that increasing numbers of students, some of whom are underprepared, are taking algebra earlier. At the same time, other students with requisite skills are not given access to algebra. Although studies using nationally representative data indicate strong positive outcomes for students who take algebra early, studies conducted only in contexts where all students are mandated to take algebra in eighth or ninth grade provide mixed evidence of positive outcomes, with increased achievement when policies include strong supports for struggling students. The authors conclude with a call for studies that examine the relationship among algebra policies, instruction, and student outcomes to understand the mechanisms by which policies can lead to success for all students. (Contains 9 notes and 6 tables.) (As Provided).
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Update	2017/4/10