Many of them have such strong mathematical backgrounds that they are able to skip Algebra I and move directly into geometry. Content presented in the CMP is very similar to a traditional program. CMP students are required by state law to cover the same material as students in other programs. What is different is the way the content is delivered. WHAT students learn is shaped by HOW they learn.
Students work individually, in pairs and in groups of four.
This allows students to experience different points of view and offers opportunities for students to share their opinions and strategies about mathematical processes. Students are assessed individually with homework grades, quizzes, tests, and projects. Therefore, every student does not have a book to take home. Some campuses also purchased extra copies of the textbooks and had them available in the library for checkout. The regular text book was also available for checkout if a parent wanted a resource book at home.