The child as a learning organism, the goal of elementary school mathematics, modern mathematics, and improvement of mathematics education are discussed. (DT)

A grammar school arithmetic textbook published in the 1890's is described. Many elements of current "modern" mathematics programs were present in this book. (SD)

The author discusses the controversy over "new" mathematics in relation to three groups of students. Arguing that the mathematical needs of students are different from group to group, he states that the curriculum should be flexible, especially in the early grades. (SD)

The use of Cuisenaire rods to illustrate finite mathematical systems is presented. (CR)

Defends new math by stating that most new math programs were never correctly implemented, that scores on the Scholastic Aptitude Tests and other aptitude tests were lower not only in math but in verbal ability as well, and that math concepts have not been learned in either new math or traditional curricula. (CS)

The author discusses the recent history of mathematics education. He argues that the curricular reforms of the 1950's and 60's are too important to discard, and that, rather than discard these programs, mathematics educators should remedy their defects. (SD)

This book-length manuscript discusses some of the developments in mathematics, psychology and educational theory which have influenced new mathematics curricula. The projects are discussed in detail: (1) the OPI Mathematics Project begun in Budapest, Hungary; (2) the Sherbrooke Project in Quebec, Canada; and (3) the New York Project in New York…

This volume is based on reports from representatives of eight countries concerning current mathematics curricula for the primary grades with emphasis on inclusion of topics in "new mathematics." The eight countries are: Austria, Belgium, Switzerland, Federal Republic of Germany, France, United Kingdom, Ireland, and Finland. A…

Pedagogical issue related to the teaching of elementary school mathematics are discussed. The authors argue that mathematics instruction should focus on intellectual challenges and problem solving. Four examples at different elementary levels are presented. nSD)

A workshop to develop a program for training primary school teachers was convened in 1969 by the Regional Centre for Education in Science and Mathematics (RECSAM) in Penang, Malaysia. Countries participating in the conference were Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore, South Vietnam, Thailand, Phillipines, and Ceylon; consultants from the United States…

As a participant in an international student exchange program, the author visited elementary schools in Hungary. Her observations of the approach to mathematics instruction in several schools are provided. (SD)

The "modern mathematics" curriculum places considerably more emphasis on the use of precise terminology when referring to properties of whole numbers than did previous curricula. The relationship between the ability to make these verbal associations and other aspects of mathematics achievement of sixth graders is investigated in this study A…