Algebra transition program for 11th graders in Bronx high schools aimed at increasing college readiness and enrollment. Cooperative design with Bronx Community College.
Institution:
Lehman College - CUNY
Academic Level:
Baccalaureate
Issue Area:
College Prep
Year:
2009
Designation:
SEMILLAS
Key Personnel:
Baez, Pedro
City:
Bronx
State:
NY
Zip:
10467 Goal/Mission:
- Increase academic performance of 11th grade algebra transition cohort.
- Increase efficacy of teachers implementing new algebra curriculum.
- Increase student and parent preparation and readiness for postsecondary education.
- Improve the alignment of high school and college mathematics curriculum.
Outcome:
The project surpassed the objectives: 85% of the students in the cohort completed the algebra transition course; all families received bilingual college materials and introductory letter explaining the purpose of the intervention; five teachers taught six algebra classes; 85% of the students in the cohort passed the algebra course with 75 or better grade.
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