Programme 108, Finland - a good role model for mathematics teaching? (26-9-11)
Sep 26th, 2011 by insideeducation
Presented and produced by Seán Delaney
News roundup by Barry Hennessy
On this programme Dr. Paul Andrews from the University of Cambridge Faculty of Education discussed the role of culture in mathematics teaching and learning. In particular, he claimed that Finland might not be the best role model for improving mathematics teaching in Ireland. Paul Andrews was in Dublin to deliver a keynote address at MEI4, a mathematics education conference organised by St. Patrick's College, Drumcondra.
