What is this study assessing?

By implementing the Citizen Math lessons and professional development at a larger number of schools and in diverse settings, we aim to assess the impact of a) Citizen Math lessons on students’ academic outcomes and attitudes, and b) Citizen Math professional learning supports at scale.

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How do students complete the lessons?

Active, collaborative learning is a central focus of Citizen Math and the lessons are intentionally designed for students to complete together in small groups. 

Students can complete the lessons electronically or the lesson sheets can be printed for students to complete manually. Lessons are available on Citizen Math’s website. All participating schools will receive access to their full suite of lessons, accompanying instructional materials, and instructor guides on the Citizen Math website.

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When should I use the lessons?

You may select the lessons you want to use and when you would like to use them.The lessons are organized and presented in such a way to help teachers decide when to use them. They are categorized by grade level for grades 6–8, and by course for Algebra I and Algebra II. Each lesson lists math objectives, alignment to the Common Core standards and mathematical practices, and an indicator of the amount of background or preparation students need for the lesson.

Cohort I teachers are asked to complete at least six lessons in 2023–24 for the study, and they may be used in addition to or in replacement of your traditional lessons.

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How long do the lessons take?

On average, lessons are designed to take 60 to 90 minutes and can be easily stretched across two class periods.

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When will the study results be available?

We will analyze the study data after the study ends, following the 2024–25 school year. We hope to have some results to share the following year!

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Are you still enrolling schools in the study?

Unfortunately, study enrollment is complete. Please email [email protected] if you know someone who was interested in participating, and we would be glad to tell them about other research studies happening at WestEd and AIR that may be of interest.

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Where do I go to ask more questions about the study?

Reach out to our study team at [email protected]!

 

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