The Learning Scientists Podcast
Episode 77: EF+Math -- Interdisciplinary Teams Co-Creating Evidence-Based Approaches
Oct 12, 2023
This episode discusses EF+Math's mission to improve math learning for black and Latinx students and students experiencing poverty. It highlights the importance of collaboration and including all stakeholders in the decision-making process. The chapter on teaching fractions emphasizes the use of money as a visual tool. The speakers also discuss the importance of hands-on experiences and equity in math education.
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- EF Plus Math aims to improve math proficiency among marginalized students by strengthening executive function skills through inclusive research and development.
- The program emphasizes the importance of collaboration, metacognition, and iterative development in creating authentic and inclusive math learning experiences.
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EF Plus Math aims to improve math proficiency for Black and Latinx students experiencing poverty
EF Plus Math is a program that focuses on doubling the number of Black and Latinx students and students in poverty who are proficient in math by building math learning systems that strengthen executive functioning skills. The program funds and supports teams of educators, researchers, and product developers to co-create math learning approaches specifically tailored to improve learning outcomes for these students.
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