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What mathematical operations would you include in a placement exam for incoming 7th graders to assess their readiness for advanced pre-algebra?
What mathematical operations would you include in a placement exam for incoming 7th graders to assess their readiness for advanced pre-algebra?
Basic operations, fractions, decimals, and small equations.
How can you structure a question in the exam to differentiate between students who should be placed in a grade level math class versus an advanced pre-algebra class?
How can you structure a question in the exam to differentiate between students who should be placed in a grade level math class versus an advanced pre-algebra class?
Use multi-step word problems that require higher-order thinking for advanced placement.
What type of question could indicate a student's readiness for a co-taught math class?
What type of question could indicate a student's readiness for a co-taught math class?
Questions involving collaborative problem-solving or real-world applications.
If a student struggles with fractions, in which class would it be more appropriate to place them?
If a student struggles with fractions, in which class would it be more appropriate to place them?
Which assessment method could be used to evaluate potential placement in an advanced pre-algebra math class?
Which assessment method could be used to evaluate potential placement in an advanced pre-algebra math class?
