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Ep 1. Math and the Myth of Ability with John Mighton

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The Importance of Math in Education

The premise of your book is that society would be more equitable if everyone had a better understanding of basic math. There's studies showing that math for young kids is the strongest predictor of success at school, academic success stronger than reading. So there's all these benefits you get from math. Also on top of that, like kids are born with this incredible sense of wonder and curiosity.

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