This study explores the mathematical problem-solving process of trainee teachers in a teachers' training institute. This research adopts a constructivist perspective that views learning mathematics as a process of constructing meaningful representation and knowledge as being constructed by the individual. The research methodology employs the case…

Traces physics curriculum innovation in Southeast Asia since the 1950s. The unique features of such innovation in Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore, and Thailand are highlighted. Forecasts for the future of physics education in part of the world are also discussed. (Author/HM)

Discusses reform in mathematics education in Malaysia since the late sixties until early 1982, highlighting important features of the reform and main factors, including educational background and contributions to the shaping of these features. Educational problems/issues likely to influence a forthcoming reform in the wider context of educational…

Investigated relationship of teachers' cognitive levels and cognitive level demand of textbooks in relation to students capability to learn biology. Based on findings, teaching units were designed to help science teachers acquire skills, use innovative formats of instruction for abstract topics, and develop logical thinking skills through biology…

Discusses the importance of computer studies and various problems that will arise in implementing computer science education in Malaysian secondary schools. Reviews French experiences in computer education (emphasizing modeling and simulation as a teaching mode), suggesting that these experiences be examined before embarking on a Malaysian…

A multi-phase computer aided instruction (CAI) scheme for Malaysian Secondary Schools and Matriculation Centres attached to local universities is presented as an aid for improving instruction and for solving some problems presently faced by the Malaysian Secondary Education System. Some approaches for successful implementation of a CAI scheme are…

Discusses trends in training chemistry teachers. Outlines the traditional review of teacher training and describes a three-component model, linking theory, training, and practice with new developments such as the Science Teacher Education Project (STEP). (Author/HM)

Presents the role of RECSAM, the Regional Center for Education in Science and Mathematics of Southeast Asia, in the production of low-cost teaching/learning aids and in training key educators at the elementary level. (HM)

Presents suggestions, for secondary mathematics teachers, for simple geometric constructions. The suggested constructions use only a straightedge and a right-triangular rule and could be carried out in the classroom. (HM)

Describes a course including both theory and practice in the uses of calculators and microcomputers for secondary school mathematics teachers. Provides four calculator activity sheets and an evaluation questionnaire. (Author/YP)

Presented are 19 abstracts of research papers produced by participants in the Regional Centre for Education in Science and Mathematics' (RECSAM) courses from 1985 to 1987 covering learning and teaching in science and mathematics education. (Author/YP)