NCTM position statements define a particular problem, issue, or need and describe its relevance to mathematics education. Each statement defines the Council's position or answers a question central to the issue. The NCTM Board of Directors approves position statements.

Curriculum Focal Points for Prekindergarten through Grade 8 

Principles and Standards for School Mathematics 

Executive Summary of Principles and Standards for School Mathematics (PDF)

Achievement Gap

• Closing the Achievement Gap (April 2005)

Assessment

• High-Stakes Tests (January 2006)

Early Childhood

• What Is Important in Early Childhood Mathematics? (September 2007)

Equity

• Equity in Mathematics Education New! (January 2008)
• Mathematics for Second-Language Learners (updated December 2002)

Teacher Quality

• Highly Qualified Teachers (July 2005)
• Teacher Evaluation and Effectiveness (November 2005)
• Math Takes Time (August 2006)
• Teaching the Metric System for America’s Future (October 2006)

Teacher Shortage and Retention

• Mentoring New Teachers (September 2007)

Technology

• The Role of Technology in the Teaching and Learning of Mathematics New! (March 2008)
• Computation, Calculators, and Common Sense (May 2005)

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