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The Importance of Valuing Different Approaches in Math Education
26:47 - 31:54 (05:07)
A math educator discusses the flaws in the current school system and how it values memorization over creativity. He emphasizes the importance of valuing different approaches and shares the impact a teacher can make in changing a student's perception of math.
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The school system values good memorizers and tends to put aside creative deep thinkers, but there are ways to support people who think differently.
26:47 - 29:42 (02:55)
Summary
The school system values good memorizers and tends to put aside creative deep thinkers, but there are ways to support people who think differently.
ChapterThe Importance of Valuing Different Approaches in Math Education
Episode#226 – Jo Boaler: How to Learn Math
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
A mathematician at Stanford University had a completely visual approach to her work, which was seen in the PhD defense of one of her students, where no numbers were shown.
29:42 - 30:25 (00:42)
Summary
A mathematician at Stanford University had a completely visual approach to her work, which was seen in the PhD defense of one of her students, where no numbers were shown.
ChapterThe Importance of Valuing Different Approaches in Math Education
Episode#226 – Jo Boaler: How to Learn Math
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
The power of teachers in changing children's lives is discussed, amidst the broken system of districts and textbooks, showing that a single teacher can inspire kids to have a passion for lifelong learning.
30:25 - 31:54 (01:29)
Summary
The power of teachers in changing children's lives is discussed, amidst the broken system of districts and textbooks, showing that a single teacher can inspire kids to have a passion for lifelong learning.