Decoding the Belief Gap and Cultivating Black Math Genius (ft. Assata Moore)

06/04/24 • 50 min

In this episode of Always Learning, host Chris Stewart welcomes Assata Moore, a math educator, and founder of 'Black Math Genius,' to discuss the systemic issues in math education and how they particularly affect Black students. They delve into topics such as math anxiety, the cultural implications of mathematics, and how current teaching methods often fail to make math relevant or engaging.

Assata shares her journey, insights, and the importance of culturally responsive teaching. She emphasizes the potential for all students to excel in math through proper instruction and community support. Assata also discusses her innovative approaches in making math relatable, from integrating sports statistics to leveraging educational technology. This engaging conversation sheds light on the need for educational reform and how math can be utilized as a tool for empowerment and socioeconomic advancement.
SHOW NOTES:

02:36 Historical Contributions of Black People to Mathematics

03:56 Making Math Relevant and Engaging

07:53 Training Teachers in the Black Math Genius Way

10:44 Challenges and Solutions in Math Education

18:42 The Impact of Math on Future Wealth

26:51 Practical Math for Real Life

31:13 Cultural and Systemic Challenges

43:37 The Role of Parents in Education

47:03 Leveraging Technology for Learning

49:47 Promoting Math Through Social Media

02:36 Historical Contributions of Black People to Mathematics

03:56 Making Math Relevant and Engaging

07:53 Training Teachers in the Black Math Genius Way

10:44 Challenges and Solutions in Math Education

18:42 The Impact of Math on Future Wealth

26:51 Practical Math for Real Life

31:13 Cultural and Systemic Challenges

43:37 The Role of Parents in Education

47:03 Leveraging Technology for Learning

49:47 Promoting Math Through Social Media

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