The CMP model is a very unique approach to teaching math. I have been recently introduced to it even within the past year or so. After experiencing math as a student through more of a direct instruction approach and practicing problem after problem to find one solid answer, it was really neat to see a different approach that has lots of research to back up its claims.
I think that one overall difference from CMP to the traditional style of teaching math is that CMP dives into more complex and applicable situations into the classroom. For example, instead of just writing out equations and simplifying them, CMP will use these concepts into investigative problems.
I feel that the CMP approach also has a sense of group work that is a valuable trait for students to foster and create for themselves. Math is not meant to be an individual journey but for great minds to come together and attack any problem at hand.
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