In India, a curriculum reform inspired by critical perspectives has sought to transform primary mathematics teaching and learning. It is aimed at strengthening socio-cultural-political connections between school mathematics and students' life experiences, thereby challenging traditional textbook culture. At the same time, this initiative has…

Analyzes the context and status of mathematics education reform in Malawi through four developments in the reform of secondary education. Describes attempts to increase access to secondary education for the majority of Malawians. Suggests that limitations in the reform process are a function of inadequate understanding of the social-contextual…