Challenging Mathematics In and Beyond the Classroom - The 16th ICMI Study (Hardcover, 2009 ed.)

In the mid 1980s, the International Commission on Mathematical Instruction (ICMI) inaugurated a series of studies in mathematics education by comm- sioning one on the influence of technology and informatics on mathematics and its teaching. These studies are designed to thoroughly explore topics of c- temporary interest, by gathering together a group of experts who prepare a Study Volume that provides a considered assessment of the current state and a guide to further developments. Studies have embraced a range of issues, some central, such as the teaching of algebra, some closely related, such as the impact of history and psychology, and some looking at mathematics education from a particular perspective, such as cultural differences between East and West. These studies have been commissioned at the rate of about one per year. Once the ICMI Executive decides on the topic, one or two chairs are selected and then, in consultation with them, an International Program Committee (IPC) of about 12 experts is formed. The IPC then meets and prepares a Discussion Document that sets forth the issues and invites interested parties to submit papers. These papers are the basis for invitations to a Study Conference, at which the various dimensions of the topic are explored and a book, the Study Volume, is sketched out. The book is then put together in collaboration, mainly using electronic communication. The entire process typically takes about six years.

General

Imprint:	Springer-Verlag New York
Country of origin:	United States
Series:	New ICMI Study Series, 12
Release date:	December 2008
First published:	November 2008
Editors:	Edward J. Barbeau • Peter J. Taylor
Dimensions:	235 x 155 x 20mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Hardcover
Pages:	337
Edition:	2009 ed.
ISBN-13:	978-0-387-09602-5
Categories:	Books > Social sciences > Education > Teaching of a specific subject Books > Children's & Educational > Mathematics > General Books > Children's Fiction & Fun Books > Academic & Education > Primary & Secondary Education Promotions
LSN:	0-387-09602-7
Barcode:	9780387096025

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