Math Class Needs a Makeover
Offered By: TED via YouTube
Course Description
Overview
Discover how to revolutionize math education in this thought-provoking 16-minute TED talk. Explore classroom-tested exercises that challenge students to think critically and formulate problems, rather than simply following paint-by-numbers instructions. Learn why developing problem-formulation skills is crucial for students' future success and how current math curricula may be falling short. Gain insights into innovative teaching methods that encourage students to stop, think, and engage more deeply with mathematical concepts. This talk offers valuable perspectives for educators, parents, and anyone interested in improving mathematics education to better prepare students for real-world problem-solving.
Syllabus
Math class needs a makeover | Dan Meyer
Taught by
TED
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