Freedom To Think

Shows children's reactions to the new methods of mathematics teaching used in the Nuffield Mathematics Teaching Project in England. Points out the importance of providing a variety of learning situations, such as class lessons, group work, discussion, assignment cards and individual work. Emphasizes the value of discussion and encourages both class and individual discussion with the teacher. States that the goal of any teaching method is to give the children the stimulus and the freedom to think.

More in Children and Mathematics Series

  1. Freedom To Think 1969
  2. Teachers At The Center 1969
  3. We Still Need Arithmetic 1969

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  2. 16mm Filmography (legacy record) — catalog record