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Chalk & Talk

Ep 19. The Calculus Project with Adrian Mims

Nov 3, 2023
57:24
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Dr. Adrian Mims, co-founder of the Calculus Project, talks about the importance of increasing calculus enrollment among underrepresented students. They discuss the program's components including pre-teaching math and the impact of offering math acceleration options. He also shares advice for policy makers on improving math outcomes for traditionally underrepresented students.
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  • The Calculus Project aims to increase the number of underrepresented students taking calculus by providing support in middle school and addressing declining math scores.
  • Starting math education early, in third or fourth grade, and fostering a joyful and engaging approach can prevent negative attitudes towards the subject and improve math outcomes for traditionally underrepresented students.

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Importance of the Calculus Project

The podcast episode explores the Calculus Project, a nonprofit organization that aims to increase the number of black, Hispanic, and low-income students taking calculus, starting with support in middle school. The episode discusses the importance of the project in addressing the declining math scores and the need for math acceleration options for middle school students. It also highlights the consequences of students having to take remedial math in university and the valuable advice shared by Dr. Adrian Mims, the founder of the project, on improving math outcomes for underrepresented students.

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