Arkansas’s Performance
Moderate
Explore the key policy levers below to learn more about how Arkansas is implementing Elementary Math policies.
See how Arkansas performs across policy levers to improve Elementary Math
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Moderate
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Ungraded
Recommendations for Arkansas for Elementary Math
High-Quality Instructional Materials
- Require districts to adopt and implement high-quality math instructional materials
- Collect and publish data on the curricula districts are using
- Enact a policy that requires districts to publish the math curricula they are using to ensure transparency for parents and the school community
Licensure Tests
- Publish first-time pass rate data by program on the math licensure test to determine which programs are preparing candidates well
Preparation Program Approval
- Maintain full authority over prep programs and do not permit outside entities to make the final decision on program renewal
Professional Learning
- Conduct robust ongoing evaluation of professional learning
- Provide districts with funds to support the math coaches/specialists to improve instruction. Consider how the state can provide training and ongoing support for coaches to promote consistency in math instruction statewide
Teacher Preparation Standards
- Encourage elementary teacher preparation programs to prioritize math courses designed for educators over traditional higher-level math requirements
References
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Employment in STEM occupations. (2024, August 24). Bureau of Labor Statistics. https://www.bls.gov/emp/tables/stem-employment.htm