What is rigor in mathematics?
Rigor doesn’t just mean “harder” or “more difficult.” Rigor in math teaching means focusing with equal intensity on students’ conceptual understanding, procedural fluency, and ability to apply what they know to real-world, problem-solving situations.
Why does rigor matter?
Aspects of rigor
- Conceptual understanding
- Procedural fluency
- Application
Instruction that targets all three of these aspects of rigor develops well-rounded mathematicians. It gives students a robust “toolkit” they can use to solve the wide range of problems and tasks that will come their way.
Is your instruction rigorous enough?
Want to learn more about rigor? Watch this screencast on rigor in mathematics.
By: Achievement Network
ANet, or the Achievement Network, is a nonprofit dedicated to expanding educational equity for all students. We work alongside leadership teams to support teachers’ use of standards and data to achieve breakthrough results for students.