Post by subdjoe on Jul 30, 2008 18:44:35 GMT -5
1957 - 2007
> Last week I purchased a burger at Burger King for $1.58.
> The counter girl took my $2 and I was digging for my change
> when I pulled 8 cents from my pocket and gave it to her. She
> stood there, holding the nickel and 3 pennies, while looking
> at the screen on her register. I sensed her discomfort and
> tried to tell her to just give me two quarters, but she
> hailed the manager for help. While he tried to explain the
> transaction to her, she stood there and cried. Why do I
> tell you this?
>
> Because of the evolution in teaching math since the
> 1950's:
>
> 1. Teaching Math In 1950's
>
> 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 Math In 1960's
>
> 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 Math In 1970's
>
> A logger sells a truckload of lumber for $100. His cost of
> production is $80. Did he make a profit?
>
> 4. Teaching Math In 1980's
>
> 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 Math In 1990'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 down their homes? (There are no wrong
> answers, and if you feel like crying, it's ok. )
>
> 6. Teaching Math In 2008
>
> Un hachero vende una carretada de maderapara $100. El costo
> de la producciones es $80. Cuanto dinero ha hecho?
>
> Last week I purchased a burger at Burger King for $1.58.
> The counter girl took my $2 and I was digging for my change
> when I pulled 8 cents from my pocket and gave it to her. She
> stood there, holding the nickel and 3 pennies, while looking
> at the screen on her register. I sensed her discomfort and
> tried to tell her to just give me two quarters, but she
> hailed the manager for help. While he tried to explain the
> transaction to her, she stood there and cried. Why do I
> tell you this?
>
> Because of the evolution in teaching math since the
> 1950's:
>
> 1. Teaching Math In 1950's
>
> 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 Math In 1960's
>
> 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 Math In 1970's
>
> A logger sells a truckload of lumber for $100. His cost of
> production is $80. Did he make a profit?
>
> 4. Teaching Math In 1980's
>
> 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 Math In 1990'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 down their homes? (There are no wrong
> answers, and if you feel like crying, it's ok. )
>
> 6. Teaching Math In 2008
>
> Un hachero vende una carretada de maderapara $100. El costo
> de la producciones es $80. Cuanto dinero ha hecho?
>
I worked for that grade! For me, algebra was tougher than general math.
