Teaching math in America: 1950 and beyond

Teaching Math from 50's to Today..

1. Teaching Maths In 1950's

A logger sells a truckload of timber for $100.
His cost of production is 4/5 of the price.
What is his profit?

2. Teaching Maths In 1970's

A logger sells a truckload of timber for $100.
His cost of production is 4/5 of the price, or $80.
What is his profit?

3. Teaching Maths In 1990's

A logger sells a truckload of
timber for $100. His cost of production is $80.
Did he make a profit ?
Yes or No

4. Teaching Maths In 2000's

A logger sells a truckload of timber for $100.
His cost of production is $80 and his profit is $20.
Your assignment:
Underline the number 20.

5. Teaching Maths In 2015's

A logger cuts down a beautiful forest because he is selfish and
inconsiderate and cares nothing for the habitat of animals or the
preservation of our woodlands.
He does this so he can make a profit of $20.
What do you think of this way of making a living?
Topic for class participation after answering the question:
How did the birds and squirrels feel as the logger cut downtheir homes?
(There are no wrong answers, feel free to express your
feelings e.g, anger, anxiety, inadequacy, helplessness etc.)
Should you require debriefing at conclusion of exam there are
counselors available to assist you adjust back into the real world.

6.Teaching Maths In 2025

هاتشيرو تبيع
كارلواد من نهاب 100 دولار. تكلفة الإنتاج هو 80 دولاراً. كيف
الكثيرمن المال ولم

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Teaching math in America: 1950 and beyond