National Council of Teachers of Mathematics 2012 Annual Meeting and Exposition

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70- What Makes Students Opt Out of Upper-Level Mathematics Courses?

Thursday, April 26, 2012: 9:30 AM-10:30 AM
Franklin Hall 2 (Marriott Downtown)
Lead Speaker:
Kate M. Degner

Handouts
  • KateDegner42612.pdf (125.7 kB)

  • There's a national push to prepare more students for careers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics, but students opt out of upper-level high school mathematics courses. Why? The speaker will give results of a qualitative study that outline the reasons. How can math educators encourage participation in these courses? 

    Presentation Format: Research Session
    Grade Band Audience: General Interest/All Audiences

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