AllAfrica.com – Kanayo Umeh
“THE Federal Government has challenged mathematics teachers to work towards demystifying the subject in order to banish the phobia among students and make it more appealing and interesting…the knowledge of mathematics enhances students’ development of disposition such as curiosity, imagination and critical thinking that impact on their future successes. Represented by the Director of Planning, Research and Development, Mrs. Elizabeth Omotowa said: “In today’s world that is knowledge based, we are bombarded with data that must be collected, collated and analysed for decision making. It then becomes necessary that more students should pursue mathematical and technical occupations and have a strong understanding of mathematics that would open doors to productive future. Therefore, mathematics is not just a classroom skill, but a life time skill.””(more)