Foreseen for the future of school mathematics in the U.S. is an increased interest in developing interdisciplinary approaches to educating the individual, greater emphasis on learning by doing, and a search for the kind of mathematics that is relevant to our society. (Author/AM)

THIS IS A FINAL REPORT ON THE DEVELOPMENT AND PRESENTATION OF FOUR COLLEGE COURSES BY COMPUTER TELEPROCESSING FROM APRIL 1964 TO JUNE 1967. IT OUTLINES THE PROGRESS MADE TOWARDS THE PREPARATION, DEVELOPMENT, AND EVALUATION OF MATERIALS FOR COMPUTER PRESENTATION OF COURSES IN AUDIOLOGY, MANAGEMENT ACCOUNTING, ENGINEERING ECONOMICS, AND MODERN…

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…

This teaching guide outlines a college algebra course for use in the secondary school. Units studied are: mathematical induction, functions, groups and fields, linear algebra, and limits. Special emphasis is given to the study of functions and linear algebra. Sequence, textbook references and assignments, and time allotments are suggested. Some…

The author discusses major issues related to the teaching of elementary school mathematics and draws upon research results for his analysis. The elementary school mathematics curriculum is discussed in terms of selection of content, educational objectives and content arrangement. Within the realm of mathematics learning, discovery learning, the…

A pilot study was conducted of the understanding of prospective elementary school teachers of mathematical concepts. Purposes were to test the diagnostic instrument used to measure comprehension of concepts and to determine whether American College Test mathematics scores of student teachers could be used to predict ability to understand concepts…

After discussing some of the criticisms of the "new math" and the decline of academic and discipline standards in the schools, the author suggests how mathematics educators can use the back-to-basics movement constructively without joining it. (MN)

The author investigates the meaning of the ambiguous term "new math" in the light of past developments in teaching theories, media, and content. (MN)

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)

The aggregate findings of experiments with modern mathematics for the last 30 years show that there have not been many detrimental effects of "new math" either on achievement or attitude. Instead, the evidence points toward beneficial effects in terms of improvement in overall achievement and attitude. (Author/BW)

This paper reports on the conclusions drawn from an investigation of the modern mathematics reform movement in Brazil. The main focus is the dissemination of reform ideology to the Brazilian mathematics education community and the outcomes resulting from misinterpretations of the intended curriculum during the implementation process. (Author/JJK)

The main purpose of the present study was to identify and examine the concerns of primary school teachers in Cyprus in relation to the recent implementation of a new mathematics curriculum and the use of new mathematics textbooks. An adaptation of the Stages of Concern Questionnaire (SoCQ) based on the Concerns-Based Adoption Model (CBAM) was…