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ERIC Number: EJ163031
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1977
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Why Teach Mathematics?
McNelis, Sean; Dunn, Jas A.
International Journal of Mathematical Education in Science and Technology, 8, 2, 175-184, May 77
This paper addresses three approaches to addressing the question "why teach mathematics?" Historical documents are reviewed in this light and recurring aims are summarized. (SD)
Descriptors: Curriculum, Educational Change, Educational Objectives, Elementary Secondary Education, History, Instruction, International Education, Mathematics Education
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