The development and implementation of the Midland Mathematical Experiment, a curriculum project for the secondary school level, is described. (DT)

A description of the Shropshire Mathematics Experiment, discussing the philosophy, goals, content, and implementation of a program in modern mathematics for the secondary school level. (DT)

Discusses problems related to the lack of mathematical competence in school physics, the contribution of modern math to the teaching of school physics, and the lack of cooperation between physics and math teachers. Presents a promising model to create a satisfactory liaison between math and science in the schools. (GS)

This guide for parents explains the objectives of the modern mathematics being taught in the schools and discusses the teaching methods being used. A few of the elementary concepts of modern mathematics (number lines, searching for patterns, different ways of analyzing problems, number bases, and sets) are briefly explained and justifications are…