"reform mathematics" meaning in English

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Noun

Head templates: {{en-noun|-}} reform mathematics (uncountable)
  1. (mathematics, education) An approach to mathematics education, particularly in North America, that de-emphasizes the strict rote following of algorithms. Tags: uncountable Categories (topical): Education, Mathematics Synonyms: fuzzy math [derogatory, informal] Related terms: new math
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