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The counter revolutionary

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Tom Korner is head of math studies at Trinity Hall, Cambridge, England. He argues that math is both pleasurable and useful. He initially saw social problems as accessible through math but has become less certain. He argues that the UK school curriculum does not show students that math can be pleasurable and he has disputed with examination authorities on this issue, a dispute which led him to write a book to interest schoolchildren in math.

Analysis, Mathematicians, Study and teaching, Works, Mathematics, Mathematical recreations

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Riding a long shot all the way

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Britain has the unique distinction of having carried out three 'cohort' studies, in 1946, 1958 and 1970. They give data on people's lives through several generations and it is hoped will continue as long as funding is available. The subjects are traced at various ages, and the data gives insight into health, educational performance and social patterns.

Social aspects, United Kingdom, Surveys, Social sciences

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A castle made from sandbags

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Architecture professors are designing a house made from Perspex, straw, concrete, sandbags and glass fibre because they want their students to think about what ordinary people need and want as housing.

Housing, Practice, Design and construction, Architects, Dwellings

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