It was determined that the next step in our process should be to have a presentation to the math committee on the generic differences between integrated and sequential math programming. Claudia will set that date up with Sharon Stenglein from CFL and notify committee members of that date. The committee discussed existing K-12 strengths and weaknesses about student performance in math in our district to try to determine the impact of previous programming. Students leave elementary school as better problem solvers. Students leave junior high as better math readers.
Students have better graphic calculator skills.
Students have poor arithmetic skills. Students don't understand fractions and number sense. Students lack estimation skills. Kids are not strong enough readers in general. Students need to know when it is appropriate to use a calculator.