Mathematics in the Classroom

This book is comprised of three main parts. The first entitled 'Background' sets forth some of the author's deepfelt convictions regarding the nature and role of mathematics as applied in the classroom. It is addressed to teachers and nonteachers at all levels. The second part describes an eleventh grade mathematics block of four weeks as taught by the author during his teaching years. Such a block forms an integral part of the curriculum in Waldorf Schools. The third main part, 'Assembly Skits,' presents an aspect of teaching mathematics more lightsome and marginal, but which can contribute to learning and appreciation of the subject in the upper grades.