Study: Project Maths syllabus doing well, but could do better

The Project Maths syllabus designed to improve how the subject is taught at second level is moving in the right direction but there are still challenges, research on its implementation has found.

The curriculum reform is part of Government-led moves to improve standards and interest among students in maths, with the hope of a knock-on increase in participation in related subjects at third level.

Research for the National Council for Curriculum and Assessment points to positive outcomes, based on a study of students’ achievements and attitudes to the new syllabus.