reform mathematics

noun

An approach to mathematics education, particularly in North America, that de-emphasizes the strict rote following of algorithms.

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nounreform mathematics (uncountable)
  1. uncountableeducationAn approach to mathematics education, particularly in North America, that de-emphasizes the strict rote following of algorithms.

    Synonyms: fuzzy math

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nounAn approach to mathematics education, particularly in North America, that de-emphasizes the strict rote following of algorithms.

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