Based on Large-Scale Assessments Monitored by the National Assessment of Educational

question 22

Essay

Based on large-scale assessments monitored by the National Assessment of Educational Progress in the United States from 2011 to 2013 (NCES, 2014), 36% of high school seniors lacked a basic understanding in math, and there is a sizable gap in achievement by ethnicity, family income, and disabilities. What recommendations would you make to raise the mathematical achievement of all students in general and special education and close the achievement gaps?

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Definitions:

Latino

A term used in the United States to refer to people of Latin American origin or descent.

Asian American

Individuals in the United States who are of Asian descent, comprising diverse communities with varied cultures and ancestries.

CEO Activism

The involvement of chief executive officers in public discourse and actions on socio-political and environmental issues, exceeding traditional corporate responsibilities.

Greenwashing

The practice of companies misleadingly portraying their products, activities, or policies as environmentally friendly when they are not.