Questions:
• Do current Algebra 1 courses address the needs of students?
• How would teachers apply transformative aspects to the curriculum (Culture, socioeconomics status social justice, empathy, empowerment, Critical aesthetics, critical pedagogy.
• Philosophical Aspects (Epistemology: What is students’ knowledge in algebra.? Ontology: How do their own beliefs affect their understanding of Algebra 1?)
• What are teachers understanding regarding transformative education?
What is the topic About:
Hegemonic structures have created an environment where students lack “consciousness.” Current Algebra 1 courses solely focus on EOC exams which are not written for culturally diverse students as they hinder student’s ability to critically think.
