The New Math

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gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:government_agency
gptkbp:bfsLayer 5
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Louis_Andriessen
gptkb:Gary_Jules
gptkbp:aims_to improve mathematical understanding
prepare students for advanced mathematics
gptkbp:associated_with gptkb:John_Dewey
gptkbp:depicted_in controversial
gptkbp:developed_by gptkb:Mathematician
1960s
gptkbp:emphasizes understanding over memorization
gptkbp:focuses_on gptkb:collection
mathematical logic
number bases
gptkbp:has various interpretations
legacy in education
supporters and detractors
impacts on teaching practices
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label The New Math
gptkbp:includes problem-solving skills
abstract thinking
new concepts
gptkbp:influenced curriculum development
gptkbp:influenced_by progressive education
gptkbp:inspired curriculum reforms
gptkbp:is not universally accepted
a subject of historical analysis
a historical movement
a subject of debate
a response to societal needs for mathematical literacy
a catalyst for discussion on math education
a framework for teaching mathematics
a model for educational change
a part of educational history
a part of the mathematics education discourse
a pedagogical approach
a phenomenon in American education
a reflection of changing educational philosophies
a response to traditional mathematics teaching
a significant educational trend
a topic in educational research
associated with educational innovation
related to constructivist theories
gptkbp:is_available_in 1970s
gptkbp:is_criticized_for complexity
lack of practical application
gptkbp:is_implemented_in gptkb:United_States
gptkb:Native_American_tribe
gptkbp:is_promoted_by gptkb:National_Council_of_Teachers_of_Mathematics
gptkbp:is_supported_by educational theorists
gptkbp:led_to alternative teaching methods
gptkbp:replaced_by back-to-basics movement
gptkbp:used_in elementary education
secondary education