Inspired by his ability to teach algebra to low-income and mostly African American and Latino urban students--and have them outscore the state averages for high-income and Caucasian students on standardized tests--Kadhir "Raja" Rajagopal provides you with a model for teaching that unleashes the potential of students who may have failed or struggled throughout their school careers.

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Culturally responsive instruction -- Rigorous expectations and rewards -- Essentials-focused planning -- Assessing for mastery during class -- Test models -- Extra one-on-one tutoring for struggling students.