The Struggle to 'Fix' Math Education in the US

The transcript discusses the cultural attitudes towards math education, highlighting the misconception that only those with a 'math gene' can excel. It narrates the speaker's personal journey from a French major to a math educator, emphasizing the importance of teaching math effectively. The Elementary Math Lab program is introduced as a support system for struggling students. The transcript also underscores the significance of research in math education, advocating for interdisciplinary collaboration to enhance teaching and learning. The need for a mathematically literate populace for both technological competitiveness and everyday decision-making is emphasized.

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