TED Talks Daily 4 steps to unlock your kid’s math potential | Shalinee Sharma
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Dec 12, 2024 Shalinee Sharma, a math learning expert and founder of the non-profit Zurn, shares her insights on unlocking children's math potential. She debunks the myth that math is just for 'math kids' and offers four practical steps to foster a positive learning environment. Sharma emphasizes the importance of reshaping negative mindsets and the significance of understanding over memorization in math education. By incorporating fun and engaging strategies, she inspires parents to help their children develop a genuine interest in math.
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The "Math Kid" Label
- Shalinee Sharma recounts an interaction with another mom at pre-K pickup.
- The other mom labeled her daughter and Sharma's sons as not "math kids" and "math kids," respectively.
Labeling Kids Limits Potential
- We shouldn't label kids as "math people" or not.
- Labeling kids limits their potential and discourages them from pursuing math.
Focus on How to Teach Math
- We're asking the wrong question in math learning.
- Instead of focusing on who can learn math, focus on how to teach math effectively.