When completing math problems, students often have to show their work. It’s a method teachers use to catch errors in thinking, to make sure students are grasping mathematical concepts correctly. New ...

As a mathematics education researcher, I study how math instruction impacts students' learning, from following standard math procedures to understanding mathematical concepts. Focusing on the latter, ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Linda Darling-Hammond is an expert on education research and policy. This blog was updated on June 24, 2026 to clarify a statistic ...

A student’s mathematical education can help advance their future goals for daily life, education, and career, or this experience can pose a significant obstacle to their progress. A consensus ...

California stands at a pivotal moment in math education. The State Board of Education has adopted a new mathematics framework for kindergarten through grade twelve that emphasizes equity, engagement, ...

Middle and high school teachers can explore art, sports, recipes, shopping, and financial topics to show students that math ...

The National Academies will undertake a consensus study to take stock of existing federal programs that support rural Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) education and workforce ...