Math minded!

The video discusses how children are often categorized as math-minded or not, but Stanford Professor Joe Buller believes this mindset can be changed. Buller introduced a Free Math MOOC to over 1000 students, aiming to alter their attitudes towards math. The course encourages collaboration and problem-solving, showing that math is accessible to everyone. Students who participated developed more positive feelings about math, engaged more in class, and performed better on assessments. The course emphasizes that math isn't about speed but learning from mistakes.

What is the common belief about people's ability to learn math?

• Math is a skill that cannot be improved.

• People are either 'math-minded' or 'non-math-minded'.

• Everyone is naturally good at math.

• Math can only be learned by those with a natural talent.

What is the primary goal of the MOOC introduced by Joe Buller and her team?

• To teach advanced mathematical concepts.

• To change students' attitudes towards math.

• To focus on speed in solving math problems.

• To prepare students for math competitions.

How does the MOOC encourage students to engage with math?

• By providing individual assignments.

• By focusing on memorization of formulas.

• By encouraging competition among students.

• By fostering collaboration and problem-solving.

What was one of the outcomes for students who participated in the MOOC?

• They developed a dislike for math.

• They became less engaged in math class.

• They scored higher on state assessments.

• They focused more on speed in math.

According to the findings, what is an important aspect of learning math?

• Memorizing formulas.

• Avoiding mistakes.

• Learning from mistakes.

• Speed and accuracy.