The content and scope of the USSR's science and mathematics curricula place them far ahead of every other nation. (Author/MLF)

Suggests that the Soviet mathematics curriculum may not be as advanced as claimed; however, recommends steps that United States schools should take to meet the increased need for mathematical competency. (MLF)

American educators should begin to train students in mathematics and science for the technological world. (Author/MLF)

A description of the development of three-valued logic includes construction of truth tables. (MK)

A "lab method" for solving quadratic equations is presented. Suggestions for applying the method in the classroom are given. (MK)

Results of the second mathematics assessment show that students are alarmingly weak in problem-solving ability. (Author)

Begins with a description of the research paradigm and the theoretical perspective. The following two sections are a consideration of some points from the literature and a description of the evolution of a genetic decomposition of the limit concept. Concludes with some suggestions for instruction that relate to how the limit concept can be…

Discusses concerns about the mathematics education of students in England including national decision making about mathematics curriculum, new national curriculum requirements, mathematics examinations, early disillusionment of children in mathematics, calculator and computer usage, and recently lower expectations for students. (MKR)

Describes a study that provides information about the extent to which students actually use their mathematical resources and strategies to solve problems. Interviews were used to analyze the problem solving abilities of high school students (N=35) as they solved five problems. (DDR)

Compares the mathematics achievement of 8th graders in Missouri adopting standards-based middle grades mathematics curriculum materials (MATH Thematics or Connected Mathematics Project). Uses the mathematics portion of the Missouri Assessment Program (MAP) to measure achievement. Discusses differences in achievement between students using…

Describes the mathematics curriculum proposed by the Principles and Standards for School Mathematics (PSSM)in which students build new mathematical knowledge through problem-solving. Compares the role of PSSM problem solving with that in the 1989 curriculum standards. (YDS)

Suggests that now is the time to convert completely to metric measurement. (YDS)

Discusses the manner and extent to which goals provide a basis for curriculum development and the areas where there appears to be an incongruence between the views and approaches of general and special education. Presents new goals for reform to help all students, including students with disabilities. Contains 49 references. (MKR)

Clarifies aims and objectives of school algebra, reviews research on students' performance, and suggests curriculum modifications. This article is one of the keynote addresses of the Algebra Working Group of the Seventh International Conference on Mathematical Education held in Quebec City, Canada in August 1992. (26 references) (Author/MKR)

Describes the Recognizing and Recording Reform in Mathematics Education Project created to monitor the implementation of the NCTM Standards and monitor a broader program of research and development. Discusses key issues in mathematics reform and describes the methodology of the project. (Contains 10 references.) (MKR)