According to the article below, it seems that "accelerating students
in math" has led to the following:
algebra I in seventh grade
geometry in eighth grade
precalculus first half of ninth grade
algebra II second half of ninth grade
remedial math in college
This is quite an achievement!
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http://www.wa****ngtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2008/07/29/AR2008072902646.html?sid=ST2008073101667&pos=
Fast Learners
Montgomery County officials say accelerating students in math will
better prepare them for college, but a revered teacher says it's time
to step on the brakes.
By Emily Messner
Sunday, August 3, 2008; Page W20
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