These scores give an indication of how students may fare on the new exit-level test. I exam continue to be alarming, the commissioner said. We ve tried incremental attempts to improve algebra instruction and learning through a variety of ways. Now, I believe it is time for an all out effort to improve algebra instruction and comprehension. A proposed math initiative, that is supported by Gov. Rick Perry and a number of legislators, will, if it wins final approval, help provide additional training and funding to support this effort, he said.
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