Mathematics and New Technologies Writing Team Report.

This paper discusses the use of technology in teaching and learning mathematics in community colleges. The first section addresses the current state of new technologies and learning in mathematics and statistics. The second section looks at the major trends in the coming years, specifically more reading, more writing, and less arithmetic. The third section lists the critical issues that need to be addressed. The fourth section outlines issues related to new teaching and learning environments, including a sound rationale for integrating technology, the need for greater integration of technology, issues for new users, how technology can help, and what you need to get started. (Contains 17 references.) (MES)