The author and many illustrious co-signers sent an open letter to the U.S. Department of Education protesting a report designating 10 "exemplary" or "promising" math programs. The programs over-emphasize data analysis and statistics, de-emphasize arithmetic and algebra, and advocate early calculator use, which can undermine…

This book presents activities promoting children's understanding of mathematical ideas while at the same time providing the practice children need to refine their skills in mathematics. Chapter topics include: (1) numbers; (2) number facts and operations; (3) problem solving; (4) calculators; (5) fractions; (6) graphing; (7) geometry; and (8)…

This report contains recommendations on needed changes (additions, deletions, and increased/decreased emphases) in elementary and middle school mathematics curricula and a statement of more general concerns about the secondary school mathematics curriculum. Separate sections are devoted to: (1) elementary and middle school mathematics; (2)…