Seeking the Middle Ground: The Major Trend in International Mathematics Education Reform

Author: Gu Lingyuan, Yi Lingfeng (editors)
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Publish Date: 2003-06-01
Features: Finding the middle ground between Chinese and Western educational approaches is not only a major trend in current mathematics education reform but also a broader strategy for educational reform. Seeking the middle ground is not a simple compromise but should be rooted in Chinese culture, organically integrating the educational orientations of other cultures. Seeking the middle ground is a form of wisdom—a wisdom that avoids extremes and achieves a comprehensive synthesis. This book is divided into four main parts: "Bridging Teaching Differences" elaborates on the theme of finding the middle ground; "Teaching and Teachers" covers cross-cultural examinations of basic education practices, trends in teaching research, teacher professionalization, and challenges; "Mathematics Education Special Topics Research" includes reflections on mathematics classroom teaching in both Chinese and Western contexts, as well as research on mathematical problem-solving; "Cases and Teaching" explores case-based teaching and case studies from different perspectives, along with their applications in education and teaching. This book is not just a work on mathematics education; its richness extends beyond the boundaries of mathematics education. It integrates the multidimensional reflections of educators, psychologists, and mathematics education professionals from both Eastern and Western cultures, combining both rational inquiry and empirical research. In the context of educational globalization, this book will undoubtedly provide valuable reference and inspiration for educational and practical workers in China.