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Abraham, Reni A.; Slate, John R.; Saxon, D. Patrick; Barnes, Wally – Research & Teaching in Developmental Education, 2014
In this article, we examined the extant literature regarding college-readiness in math for students entering community colleges. Included in this review are the following topics: (a) the role of community colleges between secondary and postsecondary institutions; (b) national initiatives for college-readiness standards in math; (c) Texas…
Descriptors: Readiness, College Mathematics, Mathematics Instruction, Mathematics Skills
Peavler, Cathy Seeley; And Others – Focus on Learning Problems in Mathematics, 1987
Describes mathematics education programs in Texas schools. Emphasizes the mastery of skills and concepts, as well as problem solving. Presents the philosophies of the mathematics programs for elementary schools, and for grades seven and eight. Addresses remediation, enrichment, time allotment, content, recommended manipulative materials, and…
Descriptors: Elementary School Mathematics, Elementary Secondary Education, Manipulative Materials, Mathematical Concepts
National Assessment of Educational Progress, Princeton, NJ. – 1991
In 1990, the National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP) included a Trial State Assessment (TSA); for the first time in the NAEP's history, voluntary state-by-state assessments (37 states, the District of Columbia, Guam, and the Virgin Islands) were made. The sample was designed to represent the 8th grade public school population in a state…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Calculators, Educational Assessment, Family Environment