Thus, simple alterations of existing programs would not suffice. Instead, the fundamental way in which mathematics programs are organized and developed must be changed so that a radically new program is created. By curriculum, it also should be understood that what was to be developed is a total instructional package, not just a curriculum guide or a basal textbook series. It should make sense to students, and students should use mathematics to help them make sense of the world. Before any plan can proceed, a need for change must be established.
Vision is a key factor.
To create a new program one must consider values, goals and standards. NCTM s standards documents were designed to fulfill this vision. It is at this step that demand is created. Any system depends on suppliers . Schools must demand that textbook publishers, testing companies, staff developers, teacher education programs, etc.