Conversation Starter,  Delta-K,  Volume 54, Issue 1

Math PAT Changes Are Regressive and Counterproductive

Delta-K

Journal of the Mathematics Council of the Alberta Teachers’ Association

Volume 54 Issue 1, June 2017

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Math PAT Changes Are Regressive and Counterproductive

Jonathan Teghtmeyer

When I was in the classroom, I taught mostly high school mathematics. I see great importance in mental mathematics, including the ability to easily recall math facts. Without these fundamental skills, students will continue to struggle in future years.