Reforming High School Math and Increasing Diversity

I came across this article describing proposed changes to the California school systems to make math more equitable. The changes include adding an alternative data science track instead of the typical calculus progression and eliminating Algebra 1 in middle schools. Many argue that these changes actually widen the privilege gap and impede minorities' opportunities to enter STEM fields. The amendment implicitly encourages minorities to opt for less rigorous math courses into a lower track, thus setting back diversity in STEM.

We all want more kids to find the love and beauty in math. How do we establish more equitable math curriculum?

Submitted September 11, 2022 at 01:26PM by linuxbitch17 https://ift.tt/Oulp7ri