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The Spring Is Wound Too Tight on Our Spiral Curriculum.
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Jensen, Robert J. – Arithmetic Teacher, 1990
Discussed is the efficacy of the spiral mathematics curriculum. Many feel that mathematics curricula in their current forms are hurting efforts to improve mathematics education. Reform guidelines are suggested. (KR)
Descriptors: Curriculum Development, Curriculum Evaluation, Curriculum Problems, Educational Improvement
The Mathematics Textbook: How Can It Serve the Standards?
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Schmalz, Rosemary – Arithmetic Teacher, 1990
Discussed is the influence of mathematics textbooks on the sequence and amount of mathematics taught in middle grades. An alternative method of organizing mathematics instruction is proposed. The issue of homework is addressed. (KR)
Descriptors: Curriculum Development, Curriculum Evaluation, Curriculum Problems, Elementary Secondary Education
Math Pairs: Parents as Partners.
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O'Connell, Susan R. – Arithmetic Teacher, 1992
Describes a program to improve problem-solving skills of children by incorporating parents as partners in cooperative learning experiences with the children. Research results indicate that students working with parental partners displayed higher problem-solving ability on posttests than those not working with partners. (MDH)
Descriptors: Cooperative Learning, Educational Improvement, Elementary Education, Home Programs
NCTM's Standards for School Mathematics, K-12.
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Thompson, Charles S.; Rathmell, Edward C. – Arithmetic Teacher, 1988
Provides a rationale and overview of the content of the working draft of the Curriculum and Evaluation Standards for School Mathematics, developed by the National Council of Teachers of Matematics. (PK)
Descriptors: Abstract Reasoning, Academic Standards, Curriculum Development, Curriculum Evaluation