Carnegie Learning Middle School Math Solution

Name: Carnegie Learning Middle School Math Solution
Brand: Carnegie Learning

by Carnegie Learning

MathGrades 6–8

About This Curriculum

A research-proven, blended learning solution for grades 6-12 that combines MATHbook collaborative activities with MATHia AI-powered personalized coaching aligned to state standards.

What makes it unique: Blended learning combining collaborative MATHbook lessons with MATHia AI-powered personalized coaching, backed by 30+ years of learning science research from Carnegie Mellon University and RAND studies showing nearly doubled algebra learning growth.

Carnegie Learning Middle School Math Solution: AI-Enhanced Blended Learning

Carnegie Learning Middle School Math Solution is a blended learning curriculum for grades 6-8 that combines collaborative MATHbook activities with MATHia AI-powered personalized coaching. The curriculum integrates traditional classroom instruction with adaptive technology to provide individualized learning paths while maintaining standards alignment.

Best for

Middle school teachers seeking a comprehensive math curriculum with integrated technology support, particularly those comfortable with blended learning approaches and AI-enhanced personalization

Evaluation Criteria

5 strengths · 2 neutral · 2 insufficient evidence

Word ProblemsStrength

Strong application component suggests systematic approach to real-world problem solving. Standards alignment indicates appropriate coverage of problem-solving skills.

Gateway 2 'Meets Expectations' rating specifically mentions application as one of the balanced components, and standards alignment suggests comprehensive coverage

Teacher TrainingStrength

Strong teacher support materials are indicated by the usability rating. The curriculum appears to provide adequate guidance for implementation.

Gateway 3 'Meets Expectations' for Usability specifically mentions teacher supports as meeting standards

Sequencing ApproachStrength

The curriculum shows strong focus and coherence in its sequencing approach. Standards alignment suggests systematic progression through grade-level content.

Gateway 1 rating of 'Meets Expectations' for Focus & Coherence, indicating proper alignment to grade-level standards and focus on major work of each grade

Assessment DiagnosticStrength

The AI-powered MATHia component suggests diagnostic capabilities for identifying student gaps. Assessment integration appears comprehensive.

Gateway 3 'Meets Expectations' for assessment and the MATHia AI coaching system implies diagnostic and adaptive assessment features

Conceptual Procedural BalanceStrength

The curriculum demonstrates strong balance between conceptual understanding, procedural skills, and application. EdReports confirms it meets expectations for rigor across all three mathematical practice areas.

Gateway 2 rating of 'Meets Expectations' for Rigor & Mathematical Practices, specifically noting balance of conceptual understanding, procedural skill, and application

Direct InstructionNeutral

The blended approach appears to support direct instruction through MATHbook collaborative activities. Teacher support materials suggest structured instructional guidance.

Gateway 3 'Meets Expectations' for teacher supports and the mention of MATHbook collaborative activities indicates structured classroom instruction components

Retrieval PracticeNeutral

The AI-powered MATHia component likely provides spaced practice and retrieval opportunities. Personalized coaching suggests adaptive review of prior concepts.

MATHia AI-powered personalized coaching component described as providing individualized learning paths, which typically includes spaced review features

Worked ExamplesInsufficient Evidence

Insufficient evidence to assess the use of worked examples in the curriculum materials.

EdReports summary does not provide specific details about worked example implementation or cognitive load reduction strategies

Visual RepresentationsInsufficient Evidence

Insufficient evidence to determine the extent and effectiveness of visual models and manipulatives.

EdReports evaluation does not specify details about visual representation strategies or concrete-representational-abstract progression

Sources: edreports.org