Jo Boaler: How to Learn Math | Lex Fridman Podcast #226

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Published on September 27, 2021 9:37:26 PM ● Video Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KZnGSVwIpeU

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OUTLINE:
0:00 - Introduction
0:23 - What is beautiful about mathematics?
9:12 - How difficult should math really be?
17:31 - Students giving up on math
28:52 - Improving math education in schools
38:49 - Inspiring mathematical creativity
56:35 - youcubed
1:00:55 - Best methods for studying math
1:21:29 - Advice for young people

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