The Ten Things
| I | Honor the correct answer more than the guess |
| II | Do not eschew the value of repeated practice |
| III | Give good grades only for good work |
| IV | Spare the calculator and spare the child |
| V | Teach proofs in high school |
| VI | Assure the math-competence of the math teacher |
| VII | Avoid vague objectives |
| VIII | Use objective tests to judge student achievement |
| IX | Teach to mastery |
| X | Value knowing and honor the knowledgeable |