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Rethinking what it means to learn math (with Eugenia Cheng)

Clearer Thinking with Spencer Greenberg

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Mathphobia and Math Hatred: Understanding the Challenges and Misconceptions

There are two related concepts: mathphobia and math hatred./nMany smart people develop a dislike for math because they struggle with it and feel like it's not for them./nIn other classes, students expect to understand things right away, but in math class, it's normal to not understand a lot of what's happening./nThe presence of someone who claims to find math obvious can make others feel stupid./nThose who claim to find math easier may not actually understand it better, but rather have a lower curiosity for deeper understanding./nMath offers infinite levels of understanding.

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