Interest Convergence - An Analytical Viewpoint for Examining How Power Dictates Policies and Reforms in Mathematics

Explore the analytical perspective of interest convergence in mathematics education through this thought-provoking NAM Cox Talbot Address. Delve into how power dynamics influence policies and reforms in mathematics, examining social conditions, historical perspectives, and policy conversations. Gain insights into funding for education, the role of professional organizations, and catalyzing change in the field. Engage with critical questions and shortlived policy discussions that shape the landscape of mathematics education.

Introduction
Space and Place
Acknowledgements
Reading
Outline
Social Conditions
Historical Perspectives
Questions
Shortlived
Policy Conversations
Funding for Education
Professional Organizations
Catalyzing Change