Preliminary Evaluation Report on the Los Angeles City Schools SB 28 Demonstration Program in Mathematics. CSE Working Paper No. 1.

The objectives of the Los Angeles Model Mathematics Project (LAMMP) are stated by the administration as improvement of mathematical skills and understanding of mathematical concepts; improvement of the pupils' self-image; identification of specific assets and limitations relating to the learning process; development and use of special instructional materials and programs and assessment of their values; selection and use of appropriate commercially developed equipment, instructional materials, and programs and assessment of their values. This report is a preliminary evaluation of the plan and a summary and interpretation of evaluation data. It is hoped that the formative evaluation approach recommended, is adopted. This type of evaluation will be important to provide teachers with enough time to work with the evaluation team and on their own in the preparation of testing materials. This additional demand on time could bring large benefits in the better monitoring of pupil progress and the adequate assessment of newly created instructional materials. (ON)