Math and Numeracy

Welcome to the LINCS Math and Numeracy group.

The group is a community of practice where practitioners, advocates, researchers, learners, policymakers, and others discuss mathematics and numeracy issues in adult education, including research and evidence-based practices, instructional strategies, and resources.  

Topics discussed include:

• Motivation and math
• Math skills for GED completion and transitions to postsecondary and workplace settings
• Common math and numeracy instructional issues
• Using content standards in math and numeracy instruction
• Technology in math education
• Math instruction, strategies, and skills necessary for college and career
• Financial education and financial literacy
• Learning in context
• Best practices based on the most rigorous research available and appropriate