Summer Mathematics Program

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This paper explains the importance of a summer mathematic program is because of new requirements in Michigan, which will immediately endanger the graduation track of students who struggle early in their ninth grade Algebra course. The author presents the rational for a summer support algebra program and reviews the literature upon which to develop the project. The paper summarizes this literature by stating the need for new innovative methods of teaching specifically relevant to the instruction of Algebra. In addition, the author states that the traditional algebra instruction methods have left a generation of students who not only see no practical need for algebra but also view it as a frivolous waste of academic time and resources.

Table of Contents:
Introduction
Problem Statement
Importance and Rationale of the Project
Background of the Project
Statement of Purpose
Research Objectives
Limitations of the Project
Literature Review
Mathematics Curricula
Computer-Assisted Instruction (CAI) Programs
Instructional Process Programs
Summary

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"Another program used in addressing student achievement in Algebra is 'The Algebra Online Program' as reported by the Louisiana Department of Education - Center for Educational Technology. This program involved a team of planners all of whom are certified in teaching mathematics who met to discuss, design, format, supplementary textbook selection and implementation of the course. This is a distance-learning curriculum."

Sample of Sources Used:

• Adelman, C. (1999). Answers in the tool box: Academic intensity, attendance patterns, and bachelor's degree attainment. Washington, DC: National Center for Education Statistics.
• Adelman, C. (2004). Principal indicators of student academic histories in postsecondary education, 1972-2000. Washington, DC: U.S. Department of Education, Institute of Education Sciences.
• Duan-Barnett (2004) Preparation Work Group: Research Brief 19 Aug 2004. University of Michigan. Online available at: http://www.senate.michigan.gov/sfa/Publications/Issues/GradReqs/GradRequirements.pdf.
• Henry, Ardail Rashad (2005) Self-Esteem and Academic Achievement in African American Students with Learning Disabilities. Online available at: http://www.wm.edu/education/599/05Projects/Henry_599.pdf
• I Can Learn Pre-Algebra and Algebra (2007) Institute of Education Science What Works Clearinghouse WWC Intervention Report 26 March 2007. Online available at: http://www.whatworks.ed.gov/PDF/Intervention/WWC_I_Can_Learn_032607

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