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50 Years of ERIC
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The Urban Project: A Model to Help Minority Students Prepare for Mathematics-Based Careers.
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Croom, Lucille – Journal for Research in Mathematics Education, 1984
A New York City project to help high school students from minority groups prepare for mathematics-based careers is described. Bridge Projects, field trips and seminars, a summer institute, and other interventions are discussed. (MNS)
Descriptors: Career Choice, Enrollment Influences, Mathematics Education, Mathematics Instruction
NCTM Standards Research Catalyst Conference.
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Journal for Research in Mathematics Education, 1991
Described is The Catalyst Conference convened by the Research Advisory Committee of the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics (NCTM) to stimulate research on the effects of the NCTM "Standards for Curriculum and Evaluation" as a guide for change in mathematics education. Six focus areas were identified. (MDH)
Descriptors: Curriculum Development, Elementary Secondary Education, Mathematics Curriculum, Mathematics Education