A Review of Mathematical Education in Secondary Schools

Summary

Introduction: A mathematical education as traditionally understood—the mathematical requirements of a modern society—emphasis more on understanding, less on computational skills.

The Experimental Period: The aims and methods of some of the major projects in British secondary schools—changes in the examination system.

Co‐ordination and Synthesis: A look at what has been achieved—the need for synthesis of what is new with what is still relevant of traditional mathematics—the problems facing the teacher—the choice of texts and materials—learning the new mathematics—adopting new classroom techniques. The Need for In‐service Training: The need for in‐service training for teachers.