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Why Copy America's Botched Math Education?

Authors :
Kim Hyeong-gi
Source :
Korea Focus. Summer2011, Vol. 19 Issue 2, p34-35. 2p.
Publication Year :
2011

Abstract

The article offers the author's comments on the proposal to introduce the usage of calculators in mathematics classes and examinations in Korea. The author says that the debate concerning the usage of calculators stems from the deep-rooted confrontation between the liberal and traditional views of education. The author mentions that U.S. is regretting its math education policy and if Korea introduces calculators in classrooms, it will be following the failed choice of the U.S.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
12258113
Volume :
19
Issue :
2
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
Korea Focus
Publication Type :
Periodical
Accession number :
64373415