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

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Misunderstanding of practice and its importance

Practice is often seen as boring and repetitive, but it is essential for learning and improving skills. Herb Simon, a cognitive scientist and Nobel Prize winner, stated that practice is necessary for becoming good at anything. It is a misconception that practice kills creativity and turns kids off from math. In reality, practice is an instructional challenge that helps teachers and students to develop their abilities.

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