Can the Mathematics Community Afford Not to Be Political?

Authors

Dr. Johnny W. Lott, President, National Council of Teachers of Mathematics

Document Type

Presentation Abstract

Presentation Date

9-4-2003

Abstract

In the past year as President of NCTM, events have convinced me that the mathematics community of teachers, professors, and professionals cannot afford to take a back seat and allow themselves to be defined by others. From the No Child Left Behind Act in Washington to reports from research institutes to simple children's exercises that have been publicized in various ways, we must consider how departments such as this at The University of Montana can be more politically active and influence public perception about mathematics. Not to do so is to be derelict in our responsibility to the mathematical future of our children.

Additional Details

Thursday, 4 September 2003
4:10 p.m. in Math 109
Coffee/treats at 3:30 p.m. in Math 104

Recommended Citation

Lott, Dr. Johnny W., "Can the Mathematics Community Afford Not to Be Political?" (2003). Colloquia of the Department of Mathematical Sciences. 142.
https://scholarworks.umt.edu/mathcolloquia/142