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391. America’s Math Curriculum Doesn’t Add Up

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Navigating the Data-Driven Future

This chapter explores the rapid expansion of data creation and the necessity for data fluency in the workforce. It emphasizes the need for educational reform, particularly in high school curricula, to prioritize data understanding and critical mathematical concepts. The discussion reflects on the evolution of the SAT and the challenges of aligning high school education with college expectations in the context of data literacy.

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