Systemic Barriers Deny High-Scoring Students Access to Advanced Math Classes
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Summary
The article reveals that a significant number of high-scoring students, particularly from low-income and minority backgrounds, are being denied access to advanced math classes despite their potential. This issue was uncovered through evaluations of federally funded education programs in K-12 schools, which began requiring measurable objectives and data comparisons in the early to mid-2000s. The findings highlight systemic barriers in educational opportunities for underrepresented groups.
Key quotes
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Tens of thousands of high-scoring students in North Carolina were not enrolled in advanced STEM courses.
Federal grants aimed at getting more low-income and minority students into advanced STEM courses became a common trend.
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