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RAND has explored, among other math-related topics, mathematics curricula in primary education and the role of mathematics in innovation, e.g., in the evaluation of new medical technologies or the development of methodologies such as game theory.

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Graph Theoretic Algorithms for the Ground Based Strategic Deterrent Program
The Ground Based Strategic Deterrent is a complete replacement for an aging intercontinental ballistic missile system that is currently under development. What are quantitative methods that can be used to make the unified certification process for nuclear systems more rigorous and efficient?
Nov 8, 2021
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How Well Do Math Teachers Follow Common Core State Standards?
Teachers are eager to engage their students in Common Core State Standards for mathematics if they have the knowledge and tools they need to do so. They need access to high-quality instructional materials and help in distinguishing whether these materials are aligned with the standards.
Aug 9, 2018

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How Are District Leaders Thinking About Mathematics? Selected Findings from the American School District Panel
To determine how school districts were approaching mathematics during and after the coronavirus disease 2019 pandemic, researchers surveyed and interviewed leaders in the American School District Panel several times between fall 2021 and spring 2023.
Sep 6, 2023
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Supporting Equitable Math Instruction in California: Findings from the 2022 Learn Together Survey and the 2022 American Instructional Resources Survey
In 2023, California will implement a new statewide math framework that will drive curriculum decisions for years to come. Researchers leveraged data collected from California math teachers to paint a picture of math instruction throughout the state.
Mar 21, 2023
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American School District Panel Interactive Survey Results Tool: Fall 2022 Survey Results
This tool allows users to compare superintendents' responses to the fall 2022 American School District Panel survey. Charts display results for all respondents and by locale, student race and ethnicity, and district poverty level.
Feb 16, 2023
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On Balanced Games Without Side Payments: A Correction
The purpose of this paper is to repair Lemma 6.3 appearing in the author's previous paper of the same title (P-4910, September 1972).
May 1, 2021
Journal Article
Heterogeneity in the Effects of College Course Placement
To better understand which types of students might be most likely to benefit from being placed into college-level math coursework, this study examines heterogeneity in the causal effects of placement into college-level courses using administrative data from Texas.
Apr 6, 2021
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Relationships Between Teaching Practices and Student Outcomes
This chapter explores how the three domains of mathematics teaching explored in prior chapters are related to three different student outcome measures.
Feb 17, 2021
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Independent Analysis of the Relationship Between Sparx Maths and Maths Outcomes: Key Findings and Technical Report
This research project is an independent evaluation of Sparx Maths and EdTech programme, aiming to improve mathematics outcomes for secondary school pupils.
Feb 16, 2021
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Research in Mathematics and Public Policy
This volume features a variety of research projects at the intersection of mathematics and public policy. The topics included here fall in the areas of cybersecurity and climate change.
Dec 17, 2020
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The Measurement of Disaster Recovery Efficiency Using Data Envelopment Analysis: An Application to Electric Power Restoration
This paper considers disaster severity to assess efficiency for electric utilities. We provide an application to recent post-hurricane restoration activities across different electric power companies in the states and territories of the United States.
Dec 15, 2020
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Effects on Mathematics and Executive Function of a Mathematics and Play Intervention Versus Mathematics Alone
Effects on mathematics and executive function of a mathematics and play intervention versus mathematics alone.
Nov 25, 2020
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Switching Cluster Membership in Cluster Randomized Control Trials: Implications for Design and Analysis
With a focus on cluster switching that violates treatment assignment, the goal of this article is to explore the challenges posed for the analysis of clustered RCTs and to propose a potential solution to these challenges.
Jun 16, 2020
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Day by Day: Investigating Variation in Elementary Mathematics Instruction That Supports the Common Core
This article investigates the extent to which students were being engaged in complex practices exemplified by Common Core State Standards for Mathematics and the Standards for Mathematical Practice on a daily basis, according to teachers' reports.
May 15, 2020
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Heterogeneous Effects of Early Algebra Across California Middle Schools
In this paper, we argue that, in order to understand the effects of 8th-grade algebra courses, it is essential to explicitly model cross-school variation in the effects of course exposure.
Mar 6, 2020
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Science Met Art in Early Data Visualization at RAND
Ivan Finkle, a computer scientist at RAND from 1957 to 1968, used a plotter printer to make Lissajous figures. He fed equations into the computer to give the coordinates of each point. The printer photographed the result and compiled the lines into artful shapes.
Jan 4, 2019
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Examining the Implementation of Technology-Based Blended Algebra I Curriculum at Scale
This article examines the implementation of a widely used blended algebra curriculum and the relationship between implementation and student outcomes.
Dec 28, 2016
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Estimated Popular Vote Totals for the Presidential Election
Researchers used the RAND Presidential Election Panel Survey to estimate the popular vote in the U.S. election and determine which candidate Americans think will win.
Nov 1, 2016
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Are Teachers Prepared to Help Students Meet Common Core State Standards for Mathematics?
In a survey of the American Teacher Panel, most mathematics educators reported familiarity with Common Core state standards and believed they were moderately or well prepared to help their students meet them.
Oct 27, 2016
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Voters' Support for Key Issues Changed
Voters' opinions of both major-party candidates remain low, but their attitudes on two issues have shifted. Support for building a fence along the Mexican border has decreased while support for providing a legal way for illegal immigrants already in the United States to become citizens has increased.
Oct 12, 2016

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Mary Lee

Mathematician

Mary Lee (she/her) is a mathematician at the RAND Corporation and inaugural Fellow for the RAND Center for Global Risk and Security. Her research interests include mathematical modeling and simulation of complex systems in the areas of defense/aerospace, cyber policy, and health care and chronic…
Alejandra Lopez

Ph.D. Student, Pardee RAND Graduate School, and Assistant Policy Researcher, RAND

Alejandra Lopez is a Ph.D. student in the Community-Partnered Policy and Action stream at Pardee RAND Graduate School and an assistant policy analyst at RAND. She has an M.S. in mathematics from Purdue University, a B.S. in mathematics from Arizona State University, and an A.S. from Mesa…

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