Note: If you were logged in, the site would keep track of how many Easter Eggs you have found. Math Education JokeHow has the teaching of Mathematics changed over the decades? That's an excellent question! The following is a "tongue in cheek" look at how math was taught in the 1950s and beyond.Do you think this is an accurate depiction of where education is headed? Or is it totally off-the-wall? Something to think about, anyway! Teaching Math In 1950 A logger sells a truckload of lumber for $100. His cost of production is 4/5 of the price. What is his profit? Teaching Math In 1960 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? Teaching Math In 1980 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. Teaching Math In 1990 By cutting down beautiful forest trees, the logger makes $20. What do you think of this way of making a living? Topic for class participation after answering the question: How did the forest birds and squirrels feel as the logger cut down the trees? (There are no wrong answers) This is one of 13 Easter Egg pages on The Problem Site. Can you find the others?
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