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Williams, Elizabeth M. – New Era, 1977
Reviews the use of diagrams in presenting new materials as a reflection of the growing generality of mathematics education in England. Social needs, mathematical research, learning theories, school population, and technology are given as reasons for rapid change in mathematics education. Available from: 18 Campden Grove, London, W8 4JG, England.…
Descriptors: Comparative Education, Diagrams, Educational Media, Educational Trends
Choat, Ernest – New Era, 1977
This article traces changes in mathematics teaching, stresses the importance of mathematics in the lives of today's children, and gives some suggestions for new teaching methods. The applications and distortions of Piaget's learning theory as applied to mathematics instruction are also discussed. For journal availability, see SO 506 042. (JK)
Descriptors: Cognitive Development, Comparative Education, Concept Formation, Educational Trends
Wheatley, Derek – New Era, 1977
Compares the mathematical concepts and language of the 1937, 1948, and 1962 editions of the Essex Local Education Authority mathematics tests with the 1977 Testing of Attainment in Mathematics Survey (TAMS). Sample test items are given along with two tables analyzing the concepts tested and the language used. For journal availability, see SO 506…
Descriptors: Achievement Tests, Comparative Analysis, Comparative Education, Elementary Education
