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Tandy, Phyllis L. – 1988
This literature review examined the relationship between the type of mathematics courses taken and scholastic mathematics achievement. The paper concludes that there is a high correlation between types of mathematics courses taken and scholastic math achievement. Specifically, higher level mathematics courses enhance and foster analytical thinking…
Descriptors: Literature Reviews, Mathematics Achievement, Mathematics Curriculum, Mathematics Skills
Jones, Rebecca – American School Board Journal, 1998
The Third International Mathematics and Science Study (TIMSS) shows U.S. 4th graders scoring above the international average in both math and science, 8th graders slipping in both subjects, and 12th graders scoring at or near the bottom. Research indicates high expectations, a focused curriculum, better-prepared teachers, and balanced instruction…
Descriptors: Comparative Analysis, Curriculum Evaluation, Elementary Secondary Education, Grade 12
Download full textKirshstein, Rita; And Others – 1994
This report examines the second and third years of the Chelsea-Boston University (BU) partnership in which BU manages the Chelsea, Massachusetts, school system. The report summarizes the activities of the partnership (begun in 1989), examines the impact of key players and events, and evaluates BU's impact on Chelsea to date. The partnership's…
Descriptors: College School Cooperation, Dropout Prevention, Educational Change, Educational Improvement
