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Debate 49 – Is Math Ed Broken? DebateMath Podcast

Text us your thoughts!Math has often been seen as the universal language — a foundation of science, technology, and problem-solving. But it’s also often a source of struggle, frustration, and even fear for thousands of students. So what’s going on? Is there a problem with how we teach math? Or is this criticism missing the point — overlooking the structure, logic, and discipline that make math so powerful in the first place? Some say we’re losing rigor in the name of relevance; others say we’ve clung too tightly to outdated methods that no longer serve our students.In this episode, we want to explore what’s working, what’s not, and what a truly effective math education might look like in the 21st century, as we debate the resolution: Math Education in the US is Broken.You can find Robert Kaplinsky on social media: @RobertKaplinsky and check out more of his work at OpenMiddle.com and GrassrootsWorkshops.com Follow Courtney Flessner on Bluesky: @cfless or on Instagram: @MathandOtherThingsAnd be sure to check out KeepIndianaLearning.org!Listened to the episode? Now, it’s your turn to share! Find us on Social Media: @DebateMath to share your thoughts. Don’t forget to check out the video version of this podcast on our YouTube channel!Keep up with all the latest info by following @DebateMath or going to debatemath.com. Follow us @Rob_Baier & @cluzniak. And don’t forget to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts!
  1. Debate 49 – Is Math Ed Broken?
  2. Fast Break #1 – What is the Best Tech Tool?
  3. Debate 48 – Is A.I. Helpful in Math Education?
  4. Debate 47 – How Can We Support Teachers?
  5. Debate 46 – Should We Teach Analog Clocks?

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