Senior Education Data and Research Associate Urban Institute, North Carolina
Short description: Seventh-grade algebra and eighth-grade geometry have become increasingly common as advanced learning opportunities. This session presents population-level data on where these advanced math options are made available and which student, school, or district factors are predictive of school-level access and enrollment. We also share implications for how these services can be made more equitable.
Learning Outcomes: Participants will:
Learn what factors predict access to accelerated math courses
Understand how they can improve equity of access and enrollment in advanced middle school math courses