

Unlocking the Magic of MathsBot.com with Jonny Hall
6 snips Oct 7, 2023
Jonny Hall, creator of MathsBot.com, joins the podcast to discuss the inspiration behind the website and the most important features teachers can utilize. He shares his priorities for the site's updates and teases changes for the academic year. The conversation also explores the benefits and limitations of using AI in teaching and the importance of physical and virtual manipulatives in math education. Future plans for the website and sponsorship opportunities are also discussed.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
First Lesson Nerves and Teaching Direct Proportion Graphs
01:47 • 9min
Inviting Dave Taylor to Work and Anticipating Backwards Faded Exam Papers
10:56 • 2min
Automating Lesson Difficulties
12:35 • 14min
Exploring the Benefits of the Visualizer Tool on MatSpot
26:32 • 2min
AI in Teaching: Capabilities and Limitations
28:25 • 15min
Misconceptions in Mathematics and Popular Manipulators on MathsBot.com
43:28 • 3min
Blocks, Counters, and Manipulatives in Teaching Math Concepts
46:38 • 17min
Future Plans and Website Sponsorship
01:04:00 • 8min