The Challenges of Tertiary Mathematics in Nigeria’s Economic Goals of Vision 2010.
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1997-09-06
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Adedayo, O. A.
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Abstract
Nigeria aspires for qualitative education as well as economic prosperity in the year 2010. It is envisaged that there will be a high level of technological sophistication by the twenty-first century world wide. In order not to be left behind there is need for Nigeria to take steps in ensuring high technological advancement as well as having sustainable economic growth.
The important role that mathematics plays in science and technology has ensured its inclusion as a compulsory subjectsat primary and secondary levels. The tertiary level is the training point of teachers who will dispense mathematical knowledge to students at these lower levels.
This paper examines the prevailing conditions of mathematics at tertiary level and profers suggestions as to what can be done to ensure qualitative mathematical education at tertiary level which will in turn affect the lower levels as well as pave way for sound scientific and technological development and achievementof the desired goals and objectives for the year 2010
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Conference paper
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Mathematics , Tertiary Level
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Adedayo, O. A. (1997), The Challenges of Tertiary Mathematics in Nigeria’s Economic Goals of Vision 2010. Being a Paper Presented At The 34th Annual National Conference of The Mathematical Association of Nigeria (MAN), Held at Abuja.