Buoyed by their successful strategies for early literacy, California legislators and advocacy groups are calling for a parallel approach to math.

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The committee’s report notes that “perhaps the most unfortunate” false dichotomy in the early education field is play and academics.

This story was published on EdSource. Buoyed by their successful strategies for early literacy, California legislators and ...

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On October 1st, the announcement rings out: “It’s time to master those multiplication facts, everyone!” The goal? Memorize them all by Thanksgiving and never forget. But reality teaches us otherwise.

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When he teaches a math class, Tom Fisher wants students to feel confused. At least, he wants them to feel that way occasionally and temporarily. Mostly an administrator these days, Fisher still ...