Relevance of Math
Research shows that when students see how math matters for their life, they engage more deeply and learn more.
Survey Items for Grades 6-12
“The problem-solving skills Iʼm learning in math are important to my life.”
Practices
5 practices
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Career Connections
Guide students to connect what they are currently learning in math to real careers related to their interests.
Content Area Exemplars
Provide students with examples of experts and role models who reflect a diversity of identities to invalidate stereotypes and ensure all students can see themselves in the curriculum.
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Designing with Math
A project-based learning strategy that invites students to apply mathematical concepts through real-world design challenges.
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Making Math Matter: Using Real-World Data
Help students explore meaningful questions and apply newly learned math concepts using authentic data.
Post-Unit Real-World Skill Connection
Build in time for students to think carefully about the relevance of new material to their lives and futures.
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