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Why EFs, Math, and Equitable Math Learning Experiences?

EF+Math saw potential in understanding how executive function (EF) skills and equitable math experiences interact to support math learning. Prior research showed strong correlations between EF skills and math achievement, the potential promise of explicitly developing EF skills in math, and the importance of equitable learning experiences for improving math outcomes. Through our work, we contributed new understandings of these intersections and what they mean for improving math learning.

Explore Our Research Areas

Our research assessed student learning in three areas: EF skills, math learning outcomes, and students’ perceptions of their math learning experiences, as a way to measure our focus on equitable math learning. We note that there are many other pathways to design for and study equitable math learning experiences that are not addressed through our research.

Click on each area below to learn more about each area, how the areas relate to each other, and to access actionable insights for supporting student math learning.