Make maths compulsory for all A level students, say Lords http://gu.com/p/39896/tw via @guardian
@1MKoinange Whole nations are being locked out of global competitiveness for not taking #STEM seriously.
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@Calestous if I am an art student why do I need maths for? It shouldn't be compulsory. With business studies then yes! Not Arts -
@1MKoinange You have an old-school view of art. Art is now computer-based and using algorithms. Not just paint and paper.
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@Calestous maybe, but I already know that. Still art doesn't need maths. Maths should be based on what career path ... http://tmi.me/uolJY -
@1MKoinange Please read the original report to understand the reasoning of the authors.
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@Calestous as the article says, University would be a just a dream for many. Seems like a way of locking out students. -
@1MKoinange Math is not just about going to university. Please read the report by the Hose of Lords to see the reasoning.
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@Calestous just did... but if as a 5th subject then well ok. Some of us are cripples when it comes to maths. I ... http://tmi.me/uowCz -
@1MKoinange There is a lot that can be done to improve how it is taught so people don't grow up hating it.
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