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Questions We Answer: “Should our district offer Algebra I in 8th grade?”

Kirk Walters, Vice President of Teaching and Learning at WestEd, explores why schools and districts should consider offering Algebra I to students in 8th grade.

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New Website Offers Adult Learner Numeracy and Digital Literacy Course

The Adult Numeracy in the Digital Era (ANDE) course is now available on a new website at no cost as an open educational resource. Funded by the Institute of Education Sciences, the course helps adult learners connect math to their everyday lives as they build skills needed to earn their GED.

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Join the NURTURES Impact Study: Strengthening Elementary Science, Math, and Literacy

In this Q&A, WestEd Senior Project Director Cathy Ringstaff answers district and school leaders’ questions about joining the NURTURES impact study—what it involves, how schools benefit, and how it works.

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Questions We Answer: What Works for Math Learning in Adult Education?

WestEd experts share principles for effective adult numeracy instruction—interactive lessons, relevant content, and strong relationships—to meet diverse learner goals.

Questions We Answer: Ann Edwards and Brent Jackson
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Reclassifying English Learners, Boosting Math, and Improving Early Literacy: What Three New Studies Say 

In this spotlight blog, new WestEd research examines English Learner reclassification in California, the impact of NBA Math Hoops on student math achievement, and whether early literacy screening leads to meaningful intervention.

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Moving Math Forward: AI, Motivation, Pathways That Work  

In this Spotlight blog, learn more about integrating generative AI while preserving social connection in math classrooms, building motivating learning conditions for math students, and modernizing postsecondary math pathways to expand student opportunity. 

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Bridging the Gap Between Correctional Education and Careers

Education programs in correctional settings prepare people for meaningful work, yet employment barriers after release remain high. Discover how employers can tap into this skilled, motivated workforce.

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Top 2025 Podcast Episodes for Education Leaders: Insights & Strategies 

Explore this list of WestEd’s top podcast episodes of 2025 to revisit this year’s most powerful discussions or uncover fresh ideas to drive meaningful change and inspire new work in 2026.   

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Questions We Answer: How Can Education Leaders Choose High-Quality Online Professional Learning for Math Teaching and Learning?

What makes online professional development for math teachers effective? Math education expert Ashli-Ann Douglas offers practical guidance for education leaders.

Questions We Answer, Featuring Ashli-Ann Douglas, Research Associate II, Mathematics Education
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Questions We Answer: How Can Education Leaders Choose High-Quality Instructional Materials (HQIMs) for Math Teaching and Learning?

Welcome to our new blog series where WestEd mathematics education experts will tackle a common question in the field, offering education leaders practical strategies and guidance.

Questions We Answr: Jill Neumayer DePiper Senrior Research Associate, Mathematics Education at WestEd