<p>I’m in an office suite with the developmental math specialist at work. Lots of students wind up in those classes, and many are angry about it (but I was in AP/honors math!). The math specialist does allow the use of calculators on the algebra exams but sets up the problems so that the student can’t work them without knowing the math concepts. No calculators allowed on the basic math test. Bottom line, it is really better to take the review classes if they’re needed.</p>
<p>My own d’s hs calculus teacher came out of retirement tonteach calc again this year. No graphing calculators allowed. No formula sheets allowed on the exams. It’s rough, but my suitemate thinks it’s great. She’ll know her calc.</p>