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[quote=Anonymous][quote]Because the father was convinced that his kid was advanced since he could do advanced math at home. I stated previously, just because a kid can do advanced math doesn't mean he really understands it because some advanced math can be learned simply by rote. From what I can see, being in compacted 4/5 math is not the same as being able to do long division quickly, for example. Again, doing long division can be learned by rote. Under 2.0, you have to show clear understanding of certain concepts by explaining it, with words or diagrams.[/quote]

Ah but here is the big problem! Some teachers do not accept anything other than a verbal/written explanation. They don't allow a kid to use visual diagrams, or show mental calculation and reasoning. They are very rigid in observation. This is a big problem in 2.0 and math reasoning has zero to do with being able translate math concepts into words. The alternative is NOT rote memorization its actually understanding the structure and practice of math!!!!

We've been on that roller coaster. DS has dysgraphia and stutters. 2nd grade teacher kept him out of accelerated math because he could verbalize what he understood or knew. 3rd grade teacher let him show other kids how to do it on the board without talking (watch me rather than listen to me) and let him use diagrams. I guarantee you if the 2nd grade teacher had been giving the test he would have gotten a zero and not gotten into compacted math. [/quote]

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