Morris Kline's 1973 book Why Johnny Can't Add criticised which teaching method?
AMastery
BRote learning
CNew Math
DMath walk
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: C. New Math
1. Kline's 1973 book was among the most influential critiques of New Math.
2. New Math stressed abstract concepts such as set theory and bases other than ten.
3. Rote learning and mastery were not its target.
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