Describes an experimental course requiring writing assignments as a regular part of the course. Summarizes common problems with student writing in mathematics. Reports effective procedures of the course, such as peer response, double submission, and efficacious instructor responses. (YP)

The status quo in mathematics is not equitable, especially for female and minority students. Some criteria for an equitable mathematics program are given. (MNS)

When 99 British 7-year-olds with moderate/severe learning difficulties, physical disabilities, or no disabilities were assessed on Level 1-3 mathematics targets of the National Curriculum, it was found that Level 1 may be too demanding and that targets were not attainable for some children with special educational needs. (JDD)

Discusses the problems of and some solutions presented by the American mathematics education reform movement. Describes ideas concerning criteria for curriculum, assessment, learning, teaching, and teacher education. Proposes several recommendations for a new agenda. (YP)

Demonstrates the use of graphing technology to help students develop and interpret three models of jury behavior and explore the potential effect of such actions as changing jury size. MathCAD, an electronic notebook was used. (Contains 10 references.) (MKR)

This study investigated technical features of a curriculum-based measurement (CBM) system that addresses a concepts and applications mathematics curriculum. Six elementary educators implemented the concepts/applications CBM system, along with a computation CBM system, with 140 students, including 12 with learning disabilities. The system indexed…

Presents an instructional approach that utilizes paper-folding activities to help students understand the concept of fractions. Utilizes an area model of multiplication to extend the concept of multiplication of whole numbers to multiplication of fractions. (MDH)

Presents four curricular alternatives and teaching strategies to improve the general-mathematics curriculum. Teaching strategies include reading mathematics, classroom discussion, an interdisciplinary approach, field trips, use of manipulatives, varied assessment methods, cooperative learning, use of technology, and team teaching. (MDH)

Illustrates aspects of a reflective mathematics education using a project for 14- and 15-year olds. Argues for organizing mathematics education to develop different types of knowing: mathematical skills and concepts; technological competence in applications and mathematical model building; and reflective evaluations of consequences. (53…

Subsequent to commentary that the most feasible locus for curricular change and instructional reform is the individual school, four models for change that implement the NCTM's Curriculum and Evaluation Standards are presented. These models are not offered as panaceas but rather as examples of efforts currently being utilized which may involve…

Points out that successful mathematical performance depends not only on declarative and procedural content knowledge, but also upon mathematical thinking skills such as problem-schema knowledge, decision-making skills, and metacognitive knowledge. Argues that the growing need for remediation should influence schools' traditional overemphasis on…

Discussed are the philosophy and procedures behind the introduction of algebra to students in grade 7 in Australia. Included are the importance of concrete experiences, language development, and the consequences involved in this procedure. (CW)

Confirms and refutes Freudenthal's provocative prediction that by the year 2002 mathematics education will be integrated into other subjects. Discusses the Committee for the Development of Mathematics Education's report on reforms in mathematics teaching, assessment, and use of computers in mathematics education. (MDH)

Sketches a theory for designing teaching based on mathematical activity, situations, tasks, and interventions, exposing and resolving cognitive conflicts, changes of structure and context, feedback, reflection and review. Reviews the main psychological principles underlying this theory, then considers some examples of teaching designs in light of…

Discusses the proposed development of voluntary national tests in fourth-grade reading and eighth-grade mathematics. Explains that these tests will be based on the content and performance standards used in the National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP). (DDR)