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Two things I most appreciate about Dr Jo Boaler's work: she makes math's teaching and learning accessible for all of us, and her ideas relate more broadly to education. Many of us who are thinking deeply about the challenges in our current system as a whole recognize the implications of her work beyond math's learning. "Mathematics should be flexible, conceptual, a place where we play with ideas and make connections. If we open it up and invite more creativity, more diverse thinking, we can completely transform the experience." https://lnkd.in/gVtESjnH

Our latest ATE Impacts blog post highlights the Needed Math Project, at Hofstra University, which teach supports math skills in the contexts of the advanced technology workplaces. Read more in the link below: https://lnkd.in/gVcGGx8z

Math is a cornerstone of life, shaping our world in countless ways. At Texas State University's Mathworks, a half-day Summer Math Camp catered to 3rd to 8th graders, the curriculum empowers the next generation of problem solvers. James Nevarez, Executive Director of Academics at San Marcos Consolidated Independent School District, emphasizes the importance of early math exposure. Math isn’t just numbers; it’s about critical thinking, logical reasoning, and transferable skills. Barrett Bryant, Dean of TXST College of Sciences and Engineering, highlights how math underpins not only computer science, but also other fields like chemistry, engineering, and even concrete industry management! Read more in this San Marcos Daily Record article! https://lnkd.in/gRstfxuC #Mathworks #MathEducation #STEM #FutureLeaders TXST- Concrete Industry Management

Tomorrow! Join the final webinar in our learning series on The Future of Math. The pandemic thrust computers into the teaching and learning of math everywhere, leading to a new round of promises about how the latest innovations will jump-start student success. Which of these claims are realistic and which echo decades of wishful thinking about education technology? As AI dominates the news, how should we think about the proper role of technology in the teaching and learning of mathematics? We'll explore these questions and more with  Tia H. of Intentional Futures, Dr. Dave Kung, Dr. Dan Meyer of Amplify, Dr. Jeremy Roschelle of Digital Promise, Dr. Jennifer Suh of George Mason University and Dr. Aris Winger of Georgia Gwinnett College. Register here: https://bit.ly/4aAQ7AI

From the Mathematical Association of America: We've all heard that sugar makes kids hyperactive and that some students naturally excel in math while others struggle. But what if these beliefs are more myth than reality? Groundbreaking research led by Ken Koedinger and his team analyzed over a million student interactions and discovered a surprising uniformity in learning rates. This study suggests that differences in student performance are more about opportunity and effort than innate ability. Imagine the impact of educational practices shifted to ensure equal opportunities for all students. Let's rethink how we approach learning and success in the classroom. Read on to explore these fascinating findings and their implications for education. https://lnkd.in/ejzxHVMk

A direct link to my new post: "Why Good Students Fail: And Why Neither Grit nor Human Tutoring is Enough". https://lnkd.in/ezJTvV2Y It's part of my ongoing work which uses formal models and computer simulations to understand how to close the achievement gap. But this post is non-technical and highlights Clark Glymour's chapter "Computers in Education" in his book "Galileo in Pittsburgh." Glymour's essay is in my Top 10 must reads for anyone interested in the role of computers, including AI, in education.

OpenSciEd is transforming the science classroom. This high-quality math curriculum allows students an immersive experience that draws from the real world. As one student states, 'It’s like a puzzle, it’s all out there, just sitting there, pieces broken off, it’s up to you to get that viewpoint...until you have one big understanding.” Read the full article: https://ow.ly/q2ga50PIWkb

Teaching is a core part of our mission, and this semester our Department of Mathematical Sciences pilots a modern form of peer-assisted learning to improve student success in calculus. https://lnkd.in/g4un8ZvY

This is a very very interesting article. I appreciate how Jill Barshay looks at the benefits of explicit instruction without discrediting inquiry-based learning. It will be fascinating to see if Science of Math gains traction. https://lnkd.in/eYg4N29E

We've all heard that sugar makes kids hyperactive and that some students naturally excel in math while others struggle. But what if these beliefs are more myth than reality? Groundbreaking research led by Ken Koedinger and his team analyzed over a million student interactions and discovered a surprising uniformity in learning rates. This study suggests that differences in student performance are more about opportunity and effort than innate ability. Imagine the impact of educational practices shifted to ensure equal opportunities for all students. Let's rethink how we approach learning and success in the classroom. Read on to explore these fascinating findings and their implications for education. https://bit.ly/3XCoIea