Behaviourism: The Bane of School Mathematics.

Eisenberg, Theodore A.

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Behaviourism: The Bane of School Mathematics

Eisenberg, Theodore A.

International Journal of Mathematical Education in Science and Technology, 6, 2, 163-171, May 75

The behavioristic approach to education is appropriate only to areas of skill development. To design mathematics curricula from the point of view of behaviorism is to miss the essence of mathematics as a discipline. Mathematics curricula should include strong emphasis on problem solving. (SD)

Descriptors: Behavior Theories, Behavioral Objectives, Curriculum, Educational Philosophy, Educational Theories, Elementary Secondary Education, Mathematics, Mathematics Education, Objectives, Problem Solving

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