The author argues that when behavioral objectives are properly used they can provide direction for learning, and that they need not be restrictive. (SD)

On behalf of the Editorial Panel of the "Arithmetic Teacher," the authors outline a concensus concerning the importance of computational skills in the mathematics curriculum. Ten specific points are made concerning the needs of the student, classroom practice, the nature of computational learning, and needed research. (SD)

Six necessary considerations to be dealt with when planning individualized elementary school mathematics programs are described. (SD)

The report of the president of the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics to the annual meeting of that organization reviewed progress toward several goals of the council during the past year. (SD)

The mathematics education of elementary school teachers should include consideration of the history of mathematics. The inclusion of such content can help provide teachers with insights into the development and purpose of mathematics. (SD)

In a series of projects centered in different areas of Africa, mathematicians from England and the United States joined African educators in developing and testing a mathematics curriculum designed to teach the basic concepts which are important and useful in all countries. (SD)

Four goals of teaching for problem solving and the characteristics of microcomputers that could be used to further these goals are examined. The combination of an enthusiastic teacher and the new technology is expected to open up new vistas of possibilities for problem solving in the curriculum of the 1980's. (MP)

This report, approved by the Board of Directors of the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics, recommends an activity-based approach to the teaching of the metric system, and lists basic objectives to be achieved by the end of grades 3, 6, and 9. (SD)

A discussion is presented which includes the following topics: purposes of testing, planning your test, instructional objectives, testing understanding, testing computation, testing applications and problem solving, evaluation and diagnosis, marking, and communicating with parents. (MK)

This is the position statement of the National Council of Supervisors of Mathematics describing the essential mathematical competencies that citizens will need to begin adulthood in the twenty-first century. Twelve components of essential mathematics, the learning environment, technology, evaluation, and extension of the essentials are described.…

Discusses the implementation of the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics standards in classrooms and schools. Provides recommendations for implementation including working together, beginning with small parts, using committees effectively; obtaining external contracts; and obtaining resources. (YP)