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Acceleration of Algebra I: Persistent Inequities in Readiness for STEM Undergraduate Study

Thu, February 9, 3:30 to 4:15pm, Rosen Plaza Hotel, Salon 7

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Access to Algebra I in middle school is intended to promote equity in STEM readiness. This presentation explores the hidden potential of acceleration to undermine achievement and identity, to reify existing societal power structures, and to devalue meaningful mathematics experiences.

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