Project Grant 2404984

This $1,111,303 Project Grant award from the National Science Foundation (NSF) STEM Education program (CFDA 47.076) supports research on the effectiveness of an early algebra intervention for grades K-2 implemented by classroom teachers. The 4-year study led by Terc, Inc., a non-profit organization focused on STEM education, aims to examine the impact of the "Grades K-2 Early Algebra Learning Progression (K-2 EALP)" intervention on student achievement in algebra and general mathematics knowledge. The research will use a cluster randomized trial design to assess the fidelity of implementation and how variations in teachers' execution of the intervention relate to student performance, with a focus on diverse classroom settings and underserved student populations. The findings are expected to deepen the role of algebra in elementary education, provide curricular support for teachers, and strengthen college and career readiness standards.