From the Editor
The following article points to the importance of relating mathematics teaching to the real world of children. Many students do not understand one of the most basic concepts of the mathematics system –place value– because they have never been able to associate it with their world.
Curriculum developers, textbook authors and teachers must place more emphasis on practical hands-on activities before moving on to abstractions. This way, far more students would succeed in and enjoy mathematics.
Art Jorgensen
From the Editor
Art Jorgensen
Understanding Place Value Concepts
Research Advisory Committee of the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics
Upcoming Conferences
April is Mathematics Education Month
THE CANADIAN MATHEMATICAL OLYMPIAD
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Jean Grignon
Adhesion A L’Apame (1991-1992)
Membership Application
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National Council of Teachers of Mathematics
From the President’s Pen
Bob Hart
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Arrange seven coins in five straight rows with three coins in each row. The rows can go in any direction.
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1991 MCATA Annual Conference
Cynthia Ballheim Receives Mathematics of the Year Award
Stanley Cichon
Attention Elementary Teachers!
The Grade 9 Achievement Test
Nola Aitken
Attention Mathematics 30 Teachers!
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ESL Publications and Resources
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Bea “Standards-bearer,” and Spread the News!
MCATA Executive 1991 /92
