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I was handed math textbooks a few years above my grade when I was in 5th grade, and it kept me interested longer. I think I overall preferred that, to being mov
by vidarh 2y ago
I was handed math textbooks a few years above my grade when I was in 5th grade, and it kept me interested longer. I think I overall preferred that, to being moved. Socially I was definitely not ready for being moved into higher grades etc. In highschool my maths teachers mostly let me do my own thing, other than asking if I'd be interested in helping others on occasion, and frankly, that was probably more valuable to me than advancing faster in the subjects. Not trying to contradict you, btw., just another option.
- bradrn 2y agoThis is completely valid. Like I said, acceleration isn’t right for everyone! I also started out by reading more advanced maths textbooks, and it’s a great thing to do for students where acceleration isn’t a good option.