A 'new way of thinking' boosted math proficiency in an East Palo Alto school
14 hours ago
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- #student confidence
- #peer teaching
- Teacher Harriette Huang improved math proficiency from 11% to 65% by using IDK questions and peer teaching.
- Retired teacher Qiang Xu's method focuses on unlearning old habits, connecting concepts, and being patient.
- Rotary Math Pals program supports underprivileged students to increase motivation and confidence in math.
- Xu's approach encourages active learning, failure as part of the process, and thinking over right/wrong answers.
- Huang credits student growth to Xu's guidance and district curriculum reforms, highlighting collaborative success.