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It discusses the current status of mathematics education in the US, including dominant philosophies such as traditionalism and constructivism, cross-cultural studies, student learning, curriculum, instruction, and assessment. They have identified teachers as the key element for successful reform in mathematics education and recommend that teachers receive support to present their materials effectively in the classroom. Summing Up: Recommended. Choice

It discusses the current status of mathematics education in the US, including dominant philosophies such as traditionalism and constructivism, cross-cultural studies, student learning, curriculum, instruction, and assessment... They have identified teachers as the key element for successful reform in mathematics education and recommend that teachers receive support to present their materials effectively in the classroom. Summing Up: Recommended. Choice

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Martin Abbott , Ph.D., is director of the WSRC and professor of sociology at Seattle Pacific University. He specializes in evaluation research and statistical analysis of large data sets. Duane Baker , Ed.D., is president of The BERC Group and an expert in assessment, classroom observation, and teaching reforms. Karen Smith , Ed.D., is winner of a presidential award in mathematics education and an experienced elementary math teacher, school administrator, and consultant to public schools. Thomas Trzyna , Ph.D., is a specialist in international education and a co-author of Toward a Global Ph.D.

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