Language of Teaching and Learning and School Mathematics Curriculum Reform: Tensions in Equity and Access

This Chapter provides reflections and commentary on this ICMI Study 24 volume entitled Mathematics Curriculum Reforms Around the World. The book looks at school mathematics curriculum reforms where is conceptualised from two dimensions, levels (intended, implemented attained) components (goals, content, teaching approaches, materials assessment). are then studied under these dimensions in five thematic areas namely: (a) learning past: driving forces barriers shaping reforms; (b) analysing for coherence relevance; (c) implementation of reformed curricula within across different contexts traditions; (d) globalisation internationalisation their impacts (e) agents processes design, development mathematics. draw conclusion that it important education community to be outward looking its gaze ensure benefits cross fertilization ideas, frameworks approaches broader curricular education.