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Mathematics As a Foundation for a Productive Science and Engineering Workforce
Pages 145-148

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From page 145...
... As a priority, the National Academies, the National Science Foundation, the Department of Education, and all other interested parties must support the continual evolution of the mathematics curriculum in schools. lust as the needs of the workforce are changing, so must the curriculum, teaching strategies, and tools needed to deliver instruction in the schools.
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From page 146...
... Teaching mathematics with understanding is the basic tenet of the Council and it is a philosophy that infuses all we do, from the professional development institutes we offer teachers to the range of publications and other forms of professional development we provide classroom teachers. All classroom and university teachers need both a solid foundation in mathematical content and a broad understanding of how students learn mathematics.
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From page 147...
... Because our colleges and universities must supply our K-12 classrooms with highly qualified teachers in every sense of the word, identifying core elements of doctoral programs in the United States that will prepare these postsecondary educators is a challenging and evolving process. As this development continues and as research helps us learn more about effective practices in the preparation of graduates, the more the profession of mathematics education will ultimately benefit.
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From page 148...
... The Council's Principles and Standardsfor School Mathematics are guidelinesfor excellence in mathematics education and issue a callfor all students to engage in more challenging mathematics. NC TM is dedicated to ongoing dialogue and constructive discussion with all stakeholders about what is best for our nation's students.
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