Study Shows the Effectiveness of Conceptual Learning in Math among Middle School Students - 1 views
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Katherine Tarulli on 26 Oct 11This article details the findings of a recent study of 6th, 7th and 8th graders in Arizona that found that the students that used a new math and science curriculum called Adaptive Curriculum scored higher on post-tests and assessments than students with the traditional curriculum. The new treatment teaches conceptual understanding of math through content and technology, and emphasizes real-world, informal applications of math and science.