Researchers explore role of memory in math-skill development Brain development drives young children's reliance on counting to solve math problems as well as older children's ability to solve problems using memorized math facts, according to a recent study. "We've known for a long time that there's this developmental shift in strategy, but we've known very little about the fundamental underlying mechanism," said Daniel Ansari, a developmental cognitive neuroscientist. Nature (free content) (8/17) Calif. districts commit to design-thinking model  | | (KatarzynaBialasiewicz) | Two California districts are opening new schools dedicated to design thinking -- a six-step process to offer a common language for problem-solving. For example, students will be asked to focus on empathy in their designs to help make students' projects more meaningful. San Diego Union-Tribune (8/17)
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 | N.J. district connects learning with careers A New Jersey vocational and technical schools district has found success -- a 96% graduation rate and 88% postsecondary attendance rate –- by blending career training with traditional high-school coursework. Educators say the focus on jobs engages students by connecting their learning with the real world. The Buffalo News (N.Y.) (8/18) | Can today's education reforms be traced to Reagan? The "A Nation at Risk" report produced during President Ronald Reagan's administration still drives much of today's education reforms, according to this article. The report included five action items, which some say are engrained in modern policies, including, content improvements, higher standards and longer school days. The Hechinger Report (8/17) Other News |  | Love involves a peculiar unfathomable combination of understanding and misunderstanding." -- Diane Arbus, American photographer and writer | | | | Math Education SmartBrief is an aggregation of published news and editorial content from diverse sources. The content of Math Education SmartBrief does not necessarily reflect the position or editorial viewpoint of any particular organization. | Please contact one of our specialists for advertising opportunities, editorial inquiries, job placements, or any other questions.
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