Peer reviewedERIC Number: EJ356055
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Publication Date: 1987
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Mathematics Education: A Predictor of Scientific Competitiveness.
Steen, Lynn Arthur
Science, v237 n4812 p251-52,302 Jul 17 1987
Contends that the state of mathematics education is a crucial predictor of future national strength in science and technology and economic competitiveness. Compares the level of mathematics achievement of the United States with other countries. Advocates a national commitment for improvement and includes specific recommendations. (ML)
Descriptors: Achievement Gains, College Mathematics, Computer Uses in Education, Educational Change, Elementary School Mathematics, Elementary Secondary Education, Higher Education, Instructional Improvement, Mathematics Achievement, Mathematics Education, Mathematics Instruction, National Programs, Performance, Predictor Variables, Secondary School Mathematics
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Opinion Papers; Reports - Evaluative
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Audience: Practitioners; Policymakers
Language: English
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