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Title: Applying a sociopolitical equity framework to a developmental algebra curriculum
The Thinking With Algebra (TWA) curriculum, a National Science Foundation Project (DUE 2021414), applies a sociopolitical equity framework (Gutiérrez, 2012) to strengthen student participants’ mathematics achievement outcomes and mathematics identity development. Instructor and student data indicate improvements in these two dimensions. This project also expands knowledge about creating equitable math learning environments that support underrepresented students’ mathematical success.  more » « less
Award ID(s):
2021414
PAR ID:
10547972
Author(s) / Creator(s):
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Editor(s):
Walker, WS; Bryan, L A; Guzey, SS
Publisher / Repository:
Proceedings of the ninth annual Indiana STEM Education Conference. Purdue University: Purdue e-Pubs. https://docs.lib.purdue.edu/instemed/2024/briefs/4
Date Published:
Format(s):
Medium: X
Location:
West Lafayette, IN
Sponsoring Org:
National Science Foundation
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