Global economic and societal shifts are causing movement from manufacturing economies to knowledge and information industries. As a result, learners must be equipped with the 21st century skills necessary for lifelong skill development and prosperity. Communication is identified as one of the essential 21st century skills for preparing students…

The article raises a series of questions regarding mathematical language. Included are "How is language involved in the development of mathematical concepts?" and "How far can one use alternative, simpler, and more informal language for the negotiation of meaning and interpretation in the teaching of mathematics?" (MK)

Examines theories concerning the role of public education and proposes an attitudinal approach to teaching that recognizes the dynamic state of society, the need for a technologically aware citizenry, and the exponential growth in knowledge. Suggests a new teaching emphasis on how to think instead of what to think and applies this emphasis to…

This paper is concerned with the issues surrounding the mathematical education of traditionally oriented Aboriginal children. A wide-ranging review of the relevant literature is presented and discussed with a view to developing more effective educational procedures. The discussion is intended to be relevant to other culture-conflict educational…