Mathematical Myths with Professor Alf Coles and Professor Nathalie Sinclair

In this episode, Toria talks all about maths and the myths that
surround this subject with Professor Alf Coles and Professor
Nathalie Sinclair. Together they  wrote the book 'I can't do
maths' and it is based on one core belief: maths doesn't have to
be scary! Over the course of the episode, they talk about many of
the dogmas that surround the subject. From 'maths is always right
or wrong' to 'maths is for some people not others', They explain
why these common dogmas inhibit learners and contribute to the
maths anxiety that many children and even teachers face.

Dr Nathalie Sinclair is a professor in the Faculty of Education
at Simon Fraser University in Vancouver, Canada. She holds the
Canada Research Chair in Tangible Mathematics Learning at Simon
Fraser and was previously a middle school teacher of mathematics
and French.

Alf Coles is Associate Professor of Mathematics Education and
Deputy Head of School at the University of Bristol’s School of
Education. Alf worked in secondary schools for 15 years as a
maths teacher, head of maths and assistant headteacher. Alf has
co-authored or authored three academic books on mathematics
education. Follow Alf on Twitter @AlfColes.

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