This episode provides an insight into how mathematics is more than just a set of skills and how educators can develop a joy and wonder for mathematics.

Francis Su is the Benediktsson-Karwa Professor of Mathematics at Harvey Mudd College and a former president of the Mathematical Association of America. He recently presented in Adelaide at the Numeracy Summit on the topic of mathematics for human flourishing. 

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2024 Numeracy Summit plink presentations
Number sense courses 

This episode provides an insight into how mathematics is more than just a set of skills and how educators can develop a joy and wonder for mathematics.
Francis Su is the Benediktsson-Karwa Professor of Mathematics at Harvey Mudd College and a former president of the Mathematical Association of America. He recently presented in Adelaide at the Numeracy Summit on the topic of mathematics for human flourishing. 
Show notes: 
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