At the beginning of a recent math class, students spent six minutes discussing a topic they knew well: themselves. What’s their favorite food? Answers came in English and Spanish—“todo” (everything), ...

The cognitive flexibility that comes from being multilingual can give students a boost in math—if teachers know how to build on English learners’ strengths. Seventy-seven percent of 8th-grade ...

Math success isn’t just about numbers—it’s about confidence, support, and the right learning strategies. From tackling math anxiety early to using evidence-based tutoring, experts stress that every ...