This report describes the status of elementary mathematics instruction based on the
responses of 704 teachers across the United States.
This status report of elementary school mathematics teaching is organized into major topical areas:
Characteristics of the teaching force in the United States;
Professional development of teachers, both needs and participation;
Instruction, in terms of objectives, time spent, and class activities; and
Resources available for instruction.
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The 2000 National Survey of Science and Mathematics Education: Status of Elementary School Mathematics Teaching
Suggested Citation:
Malzahn, K. A. (2002). 2000 NSSME: Status of elementary school mathematics teaching. Chapel Hill, NC: Horizon Research, Inc.