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Nurturing the next generation of mathematicians: the case for mathematical fluency

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  08 October 2020

Ems Lord
Ems Lord*
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NRICH, Centre for Mathematical Sciences, University of Cambridge, Wilberforce Road, Cambridge CB3 0WA
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Twelve months ago, when I was listening to Mike Askew's Presidential Address, my emotions were divided between thoroughly enjoying his presentation and a growing sense of trepidation that it was my turn next! The time seems to have passed very quickly and I'm somewhat nervous, but incredibly honoured, to take the helm as we explore “the case for mathematical fluency”.

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The Mathematical Gazette , Volume 104 , Issue 561 , November 2020 , pp. 385 - 394
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© Mathematical Association 2020

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