Mathematics teachers so often fail to delight pupils and neglect to introduce their pupils to the universality of the subject. Furthermore, the aspect of applied mathematics is ignored. Most important, possibly, is the aspect of creative exploration which so seldom enters into classroom mathematics. The writer suggests that reading maths books, engaging in dialogue about problems and extending teachers' expertise through inservice education are essential requisites if pupils are to joyfully engage in mathematics.
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