Rethinking Math Education
Jo discusses the contrasting views on excellence in education between the Soviet system and the US, highlighting how many students feel discouraged from trying due to a belief that they are "not good enough." She emphasizes that while hard work is essential, access to quality teaching is equally important. Jo shares her experience running engaging math camps at Stanford, where students become so absorbed in creative mathematical concepts that they resist breaks, illustrating the potential for a more inspiring approach to math education.In this clip
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