• Closer alignment of math problems with objective descriptions and state standards to help you raise the quality and effectiveness of math practice time.
  
  
• Strategic use of word problems requiring problem-solving strategies to help you reinforce and broaden the concepts being taught.
  
  
• A focused range of math equation difficulty within each objective to ensure fairness and consistency over time and from student to student.
  
  
• Improved math problem layout and graphics to help reduce student confusion and increase success.

The objectives and skills in these new libraries is based on recommendations from the following sources:

• National Mathematics Advisory Panel
• National Council of Teachers of Mathematics (NCTM Curriculum Focal Points)
• Leading State Standards and International Curricula
• University Mathematicians and Researchers
• The U.S. Department of Education's Northwest Regional Educational Laboratory
• Experienced Math teachers from across the country.
  

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