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Teaching Math
« on: November 29, 2014, 10:17:30 PM »
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  • TEACHING MATHS
    Since nearly everyone has an interest in education I thought this may explain
    the changes in teaching from the middle of last century through to the middle of this.



     1. Teaching Maths In 1950s
    A logger sells a truckload of lumber for $100. His cost of production
    is 4/5 of the price. What is his profit?



    2. Teaching Maths In 1970s
    A logger sells a truckload of lumber for $100. His cost of production
    is 4/5 of the price, or $80. What is his profit?



    3. Teaching Maths In 1980s
    A logger sells a truckload of lumber for $100. His cost of production
    is $80. Did he make a profit ? Yes or No



    4. Teaching Maths In 1990s
    A logger sells a truckload of lumber for $100. His cost of production
    is $80 and his profit is $20 Your assignment: Underline the number 20.


    5. Teaching Maths In 2000s
    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 down their homes? (There are no wrong answers, and if you feel
    like crying, it's ok).



    6. Teaching Maths In 2050
    (a bunch of Arabic script)

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