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Peer reviewedStevenson, Harold W. – Educational Leadership, 1987
American students perform poorly in mathematics compared to their peers in other countries, especially Japan and China. This article examines underlying causes for these deficiencies, including American complacency (in contrast to Asian diligence) and differing educational practices and expectation levels. Includes four references. (MLH)
Descriptors: Cultural Differences, Cultural Influences, Elementary Secondary Education, Foreign Countries
