In her new book, mathematical mindsets, boaler describes how society has traditionally valued one type of math learner one who can memorize well and calculate fast as opposed to others who have the same potential but may be deeper, slower and more creative. As in the earlier book, boaler grounds her main thesis in carol. My thoughts, reflection on mathematical mindsets unleashing. Unleashing students potential through creative math, inspiring messages, and innovative teaching. She is the cofounder and faculty director of youcubed, a stanford centre that provides mathematics education resources to teachers, students.
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