The Dainton committee indicated that science must not be directed simply at the committed students. Curriculum changes, including those related to teaching science as a unity, could have a profound effect in making science more attractive and relevant. (JK)

Examines the relationships between computer literacy and mathematics, the potential advantages of teaching the two as separate courses, and both academic and practical issues that must be addressed in developing a mathematics curriculum that will ensure strong mathematics and make maximum use of the modern computer. (MBR)

This review comments on the Cockcroft Report on the status of mathematics instruction in England and Wales. Sections focus on the terms of reference, pressures on schools, practical experience, oral and mental work, differentiated curriculum, the foundation list of topics, and examinations, with quotes from the Report. (MNS)

This demonstration experiment is suitable for teaching many aspects of statistics. The aim is to do so in a motivating, worthwhile fashion. (MNS)

The Ohio Task Force on Mathematics has recommended that all secondary school students preparing for college take at least two years of algebra and one year of geometry, one in the senior year. For some majors, a fourth year of mathematics is recommended. Content of the courses is listed. (MNS)

The author urges that the tie between mathematics departments and computer science be severed and that computer science become a separate and independent department. Then mathematics teachers can better address mathematics curriculum changes appropriate to the computer age and computer activities that support and enhance mathematics instruction.…

Use of the commutativity, addition-subtraction complement, and N+1 progression principles was studied by interviewing 54 capable pupils in grades 1-3. Commutativity was used extensively at each grade, while the addition-subtraction principle to solve subtraction varied across grades, and the N+1 pattern was seldom used. (MNS)

Recent trends in mathematics education, including instruction, curriculum, and defining the basic skills in mathematics are reviewed. Also reviewed is research addressed to whether mathematics achievement is declining. The authors conclude that computation remains a primary focus of curricula and that most teachers continue to teach as they were…

A community college mathematics course is discussed in terms of type of student, content and goals. Particular attention is given to the role of the calculator in community college remedial mathematics courses. (MK)

This 8-page module summarizes a 16-page module produced by Undergraduate Mathematics and its Applications Project (UMAP). (MK)

Data from the second mathematics assessment of the National Assessment of Educational Progress shows little difference between males and females in overall mathematics achievement at ages 9 and 13. However, at age 17, females are not achieving as well in mathematics as males. (MP)