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Think about a time you had to transfer something you learned to a new situation.��What was that experience like for you?��What resources did you draw on to support you? 

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Looking Forward

Ted Coe, Ph.D.

December 2023

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  • What did it mean to be “college ready” in mathematics in 2010?

  • What will it mean to be “college ready” in mathematics in 2030?

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American Diploma Project (ADP, 2004)

  • The project found an unprecedented convergence between the knowledge and skills employers seek in new workers and those that college faculty expect of entering students. Both groups expect that high school graduates can… apply the higher-level math concepts historically taught in Algebra II, for example.

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Two-year pre-college level enrollments

Two-year pre-college level enrollments (in thousands, not including Dual Enrollment), in mathematics programs based on Table TYE.3 in the Fall 2015 CBMS Survey.

Conference Board of the Mathematical Sciences 2015 Survey

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Two-year college Statistics and Probability enrollments.

Based on Table TYE.4 in the Fall 2015 CBMS Survey.

CBMS 2015 Survey

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University System of Georgia

http://completegeorgia.org/math-pathways (The University System of Georgia, accessed October 3, 2019)

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AMATYC (2014)

  • The equivalent content in intermediate algebra courses is not required to master the content for most college-level mathematics courses that do not lead to calculus;

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An oversimplified, yet illustrative picture:

K12 and college systems are structured for a clean line between high school and college. After four years of high school mathematics a student is ready for college.

With new college pathways the “college ready” line becomes even more ambiguous.

Really, though, colleges teach much of the same mathematics as high schools, and the “college ready” bar (content-wise) often overlaps with HS.

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The Maryland Blueprint (2021)

The foundation of a world–class education system in Maryland under The Blueprint for Maryland’s Future for education will require:…

(i) A college and career readiness standard set to world–class standards that certifies that by the end of 10th grade, and not later than the end of 12th grade, a student has the requisite literacy in English and mathematics to be successful in first–year, credit–bearing coursework at a Maryland community college or open enrollment postsecondary institution;

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https://www.oregon.gov/ode/educator-resources/standards/mathematics/Documents/2plus1Model.pdf

Oregon 2+1 (2021)

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https://education.ohio.gov/getattachment/Topics/Learning-in-Ohio/Mathematics/Resources-for-Mathematics/Math-Pathways/Higher-Ed-Entry-Level-Math-Pathways-Course-Descrip/Algebra-2-Equivilency.pdf.aspx?lang=en-US

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Modern Algebra II

Quantification

Equivalence

Variance

Statistics, Data Science

Quantitative Reasoning

Advanced Algebra

Algebraic Functions

Mathematical Modeling

  • Relevant, adaptable content
  • Utilizes equitable teaching practices
  • Meets university expectations for readiness and admission
  • Supports Washington high school students on a variety of graduation pathways

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Georgia

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https://www.sde.idaho.gov/academic/math/

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Intersegmental Chaos

Trust

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https://www.achieve.org/files/Mathematics%20Cognitive%20Complexity%20Framework_Final_92619.pdf

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  • How can future assessments smooth the transition from HS to College?
    • Placement? Credit? Alternative credit by exam models?
  • How do we build trust between segments?
    • Within and between states.
  • How do we enable portability when the states are becoming increasingly different?

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Thank You!

  • ted.coe@nwea.org
  • @drtedcoe

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Tamyra Walker

Associate Director, Instructional Design Mathematics ConnectEd

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Dr. Martin Luther King

THE FUNCTION OF EDUCATION, THEREFORE, IS TO TEACH ONE TO THINK INTENSIVELY AND TO THINK CRITICALLY. BUT EDUCATION WHICH STOPS WITH EFFICIENCY MAY PROVE THE GREATEST MENACE TO SOCIETY

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Technological advances are reshaping how we must educate students in math.

Math is a cultural practice, not just a process for correct answers.

We must empower learning by integrating real- world math applications in assessments.

When viewed through the lens of a tech-enabled world, designing math learning activities, including summative and Capstone assessments, necessitates creating environments where students actively apply math to solve problems and understand the contemporary world. This demands a deep understanding of how math content is applied today.

Technology has transformed how mathematics is practiced. Modern mathematicians use technological tools for modeling, data analysis, and calculations. Learning math should move beyond static rule sets to embrace a dynamic understanding, encouraging innovative exploration and application of quantitative solutions.

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Math Pathways

Shelly LeDoux

Director, Professional Learning & Implementation

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Dana Center Strategic Priorities

  1. Advance Dana Center Math Pathways as Normative Practice
  2. Diversify the STEM Pathway and Workforce

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Impact

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By 2033, every student will have equitable access and opportunities to experience a high-quality, modern mathematics and science education and will succeed on mathematics pathways that align to their life and career aspirations and lead to upward social and economic mobility.

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State

District / Institution

National

Classroom

Where We Work

Provide systemic

professional learning & technical assistance

Build Consensus

For Modern Math Pathways

Remove Barriers & Support Policies that Promote Equity

Develop and Implement High Quality Instructional Materials

Early Literacy Skills

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Literacy

EL/MS

Transition

MS/HS

Transition

Algebra

School – Workforce Transition

Focus: Critical transitions

HS / HE Transition

Gateway HE math

  • Under-resourced students fall through gaps
  • Equity issues exacerbated
  • Interventions most needed / most effective

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Throughlines

Equity (Racial, Gender, Accessibility)

Belonging / Motivation, Engagement, Persistence

Advising / Counseling Practices

Prepare / Recruit / Support / Retain Teachers

Capacity in Local Leaders & Systems

Data-Driven Continuous Improvement Cycles

Policy

Curriculum

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The Launch Years Initiative supports the scaling of mathematics pathways from high school through postsecondary education and into the workplace, aligned to students’ goals and aspirations.

Scaling Math Pathways

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Launch Years – Cohort Structure

States grouped in 3 cohorts:

Cohort 1: Establishing state infrastructure to implement postsecondary math pathways across systems.

Cohort 2: Establishing state infrastructure to align secondary math courses to postsecondary math pathways. 

Cohort 3: Deeper implementation of math pathways at the transition from secondary to postsecondary – leadership development, course / content alignment, equitable impact and continuous improvement, counseling/advising, communications, etc.

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Creating a Movement

  • 22 Official Launch Years States
  • 16 Learning States
  • 38 Total

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Launch Years Resources & Reports

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Launch Years Math Leadership Network

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Mission

Create a more seamless transition for students in their critical “launch years” in order to foster equitable outcomes for all students.

Essential Questions

  • What actions can organizations take to make changes on a big scale?
  • What actions can organizations take to equip their members to act as local change agents?

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A Call to Action

A unified message from LY-MathLN organizations to mobilize action to improve the experiences and outcomes for students transitioning from high school into postsecondary education.

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A Call to Action: Recommendation 4

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Promote Formative Assessment Practices

Promote formative assessment practices specific to mathematics and statistics that further learning, promote students’ growth and self-assessment, inform instruction, and develop teachers’ knowledge of curriculum and instruction.

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Questions? Contact me!

UTDanaCenter.org

Shelly LeDoux

shelly.ledoux@austin.utexas.edu

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NHLI - PLACE Math 6-12 Kick off

By: Ryan Lemieux

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Introduction from Mariane Gfroerer

Ellen Video - if necessary

The team:

Ryan Lemieux - Design Lead

Lee Sheedy - Design Lead

Heather Rogers - Community Lead

Tara Schneider - Community Lead

Tyler Nutter - Community Lead

Matt Caputo - Community Lead

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Traffic Jam - Team Building Activity - Heather

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Performance or not? - Ryan

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Split 25 - Ryan

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Performance Warm up - non curricular - Ryan

You just visited a very strange market. At this market you bought lettuce, a goat, and a dragon. I did tell you it was a strange market. To get home, you need to cross a river. You only have a very small raft to carry your purchases across. I know, you are thinking the dragon could fly. It could, except it has a broken wing, which is why you got such a good deal on it! On each trip across the river, the raft can only take yourself and one other purchase.

Conditions: 1. The goat cannot be left with the lettuce because he will eat it 2. The dragon cannot be left with the goat, because she will eat it.

How will you get all of the purchases across the river safely?

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Big Picture - Lee

  • Why are we here?
  • Why are you here?
  • Short and long term goals

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Norms chalk talk - Tara

Geometry Team Norms - Exemplar

  1. Active participant
  2. Safe space
    1. Question ideas not the person
    2. Share stories not names
  3. Communication
    • One person talk at a time
    • Everyone has a voice
  4. Assume best intentions
  5. Flexible and focused agenda

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Design tools - Tyler

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Cake Problem - Matt

  • Teams of 2 or 3
  • Need to divide a square cake evenly so that each person gets the same amount of cake and frosting

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Performance Tasks - Ryan