Episode 1305: Indigo Esmonde

Indigo Esmonde, an associate professor at the University of Toronto, delves into equity and identity within math education. They discuss their research on student participation in diverse classrooms, revealing how power dynamics affect learning. The conversation uncovers intriguing classroom conflicts and emphasizes the importance of social identities in mathematical discourse. Indigo explores the concept of figured worlds to explain how students navigate roles and expectations, ultimately advocating for fair educational practices.