STEMscopes Math Achieves ESSA Level 3 Certification
STEMscopes Math, the core mathematics curriculum developed by Accelerate Learning, has proudly attained Level 3 certification under the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA). This certification underscores the curriculum’s “promising evidence” of having a statistically significant, positive impact on student outcomes, as highlighted in a recent company press release.
Independent Study Validates STEMscopes Math’s Impact
To achieve this esteemed certification, Accelerate Learning collaborated with LXD Research, an independent research firm, to conduct a comprehensive effectiveness study. This study meticulously examined the influence of STEMscopes Math on student math achievement across six school districts in Texas. Encompassing 4,016 students from 170 schools, the findings were compelling: students using STEMscopes Math outperformed their peers by approximately 21 points on the State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness. Furthermore, 77% of these students met or exceeded grade-level expectations, compared to 69% of students in the comparison group. These results were consistent across various student subgroups, showcasing the program’s broad applicability and effectiveness.
Endorsements from Education Leaders
Reid Whitaker, Ph.D., Chief Impact Officer at Accelerate Learning, emphasized the significance of Evidence for ESSA as a resource for education leaders seeking proven programs. “This new study adds to the growing body of research supporting STEMscopes Math. It also confirms what we are hearing from teachers and leaders across the country: STEMscopes Math is making a measurable difference in student learning,” Whitaker remarked.
Recognition on Evidence for ESSA
With its inclusion in Evidence for ESSA, an esteemed online database that catalogs programs meeting ESSA evidence standards, STEMscopes Math stands out as a reliable and impactful educational tool. For more information about STEMscopes Math and its certification, visit the official Accelerate Learning website.
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