The need to establish links between what is currently being taught and earlier work, later work, other topics, and other subjects is promoted. Links between number inverse and symmetry are described. (MP)

An elementary mathematics curriculum, the Comprehensive School Mathematics Program (CSMP), is discussed in terms of program philosophy, materials used, and the evaluation done so far. (MK)

A mathematics course using programmable calculators, which was part of a summer enrichment program for upper elementary and junior high students, is described. (MK)

Results of a survey concerned with basic skills on mathematics, conducted by the Instructional Affairs Committee of the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics, are given. A wide acceptance of a broad interpretation of "basic skills" was indicated. (MK)

Experiences of two British secondary mathematics teachers as they try curricular and instructional innovations are related. Suggestions for the teaching of several topics and specific examples of student reaction to these topics are given. (MK)

A didactic principle of operative concept formation is described and explained. It is argued that this principle meets current demands for practical geometric activities with concrete forms and for the exploration of the primordial relation between geometry and reality. (MK)

Mathematical modeling is defined. Examples are used to show that there are models available which illustrate both the traditional use of mathematics in the physical science and its newer use in nonphysical disciplines, and which are at a suitable level for teaching in schools. (Author/MK)

A commentary on the state of mathematics in schools that discusses positive aspects, such as the United States' successes in International Mathematics Olympiad, as well as the much-publicized criticisms of modern mathematics. (MK)

An alternative approach to changing negative attitudes towards mathematics is described. The approach concentrates on increasing the confidence level of the student relative to basic skills in mathematics. The results of an experimental class using this approach are reviewed. (MP)

The movement to modernize mathematics education is critically examined in the area of instruction of geometry. The author concludes that the elimination of deductive geometry should be reconsidered by mathematics teachers. (MP)

Some attempts to create situations where students work enthusiastically at mathematics are reviewed. Many approaches and items that could be used to generate pupil enthusiasm are presented. (MP)

A simple enumeration problem from some research on problem solving is used to illustrate the contention that conjecture and proof have a central place in mathematics teaching. (Author/TG)

Ten factors that can lead to a lack of use or misuse of hand-held calculators in elementary school mathematics are reviewed. (MP)

The use of graph paper is traced from its origins in research reports in the early 19th century to massive use in the early 1900s. Reflected in this report is the impact of "squared paper" on instructional practices and courses in technical, scientific, and mathematical areas. (MP)

A Mathematics without Fear program developed at San Francisco State University is reviewed. It seeks to move pupils who fear mathematics from reliance on rules to concept orientation. (MP)