Say Goodbye To X+Y: Should Community Colleges Abolish Algebra?
Algebra is one of the biggest hurdles to getting a high school or college degree - particularly for students of color and first-generation undergrads.
It is also the single most failed course in community colleges across the country. So if you're not a STEM major (science, technology, engineering, math), why even study algebra? Read the rest of the NPR interview>>>>
California College Chancellor Wants To Abolish Algebra Requirement, Calls It A "Civil Rights Issue'
Eloy Ortiz Oakley, chancellor of California Community Colleges, made the argument while speaking with NPR. He pegged algebra as overly burdensome due to the disproportionate rate at which it prevents students from graduating from community colleges; nearly 50 percent of community college students do not complete their math requirement. Read More>>>>
No, California, Requiring Students to Take Algebra Is Not a 'Civil Rights' Issue. Allowing Them to Skip It Is
By Kyle Becker
Drop algebra.
This is the radical proposal making the rounds in California after it was floated by the chancellor of its community college system. Read Kyle Becker's opinion>>>>
10 Everyday Reasons Why Algebra is Important in your Life
What are 20 uses of algebra in our daily life?
Will I Use Algebra in my Everyday Life?
What do you think?!
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