Episode 5: Origins of Creativity and Math Education Innovation

Show Notes: In this episode of the Culture Compute podcast, we explore two studies from the fields of neuroscience, math education, and education technology. Joined by special guest Will Lee from the UMass Amherst Computer Science department, who is a PhD graduate student by day and a software engineer by night, we delve into fascinating research on the neural origins of creativity and innovative approaches to mathematics education in the digital age.

In this episode, we discuss:

• The role of the default mode network (DMN) in creative thinking and its implications for learning
• How the brain's creative processes could inform educational technology design
• Innovative use of Google Slides for enhancing math problem-solving skills in elementary education
• The potential of student-designed math problems to deepen understanding and engagement

References:

1. Bartoli, E., et al. (2024). Default mode network electrophysiological dynamics and causal role in creative thinking. Brain. https://doi.org/10.1093/brain/awae199
2. Maloy, R. W., Gattupalli, S., & Edwards, S. A. (2024). Students Design Problem-Solving Slideshows. Mathematics Teacher: Learning and Teaching PK-12 (MTLT). https://doi.org/10.5951/MTLT.2023.0215

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