Algebra II
Coverage of Algebra II in the Nexus archive.
- Opinion: How Math Became Relevant Again in a Wisconsin Classroom
Nicolle Dexter, a Wisconsin high school teacher, developed a data science course at Holmen High School as an alternative to Algebra II. The project-based curriculum focuses on data collection, visualization, and model building, with students analyzing topics like lobbying expenditures and phone notifications. Students praised the interdisciplinary approach, which combines math, coding, and real-world applications.
- Blending algebra and geometry: An approach to high school math slowly gains favor
Chapman High School in Kansas has adopted an integrated math curriculum that combines algebra, geometry, and trigonometry over multiple years instead of teaching them separately. This approach, part of a broader movement to modernize high school math, aims to keep concepts fresh and reduce overwhelm, though some teachers and critics remain skeptical.