PHOTOS BY KAREN TAPIA | Cal State Fullerton Public Affairs
It's not unusual to find Cal State Fullerton alumnus Sam “Cal” Calavitta shouting math questions game-show style to a classroom full of eager student contestants. An unconventional teacher, he uses his own “Cal method” to get his students energized about learning math, making sure they not only “get it,” but also gain a sense of accomplishment and self-worth. Read more about him.
Additional Proof
Psychologist Allen W. Gottfried has found that more math studies leads to higher chances of attaining college degrees.
Making of a Math Teacher Follow student Sohayla Meknat Lajevardi as she completes her
credential program and prepares to lead her own classroom.
Preparing Future Teachers
A $2.5 million National Science Foundation grant is funding a new
six-year project to produce more math teachers.
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