EPISODE · Feb 28, 2024 · 38 MIN
Whiteboards and White Supremacy: Is Math Racist?
from Awake at the Wheel · host Dr Oren Amitay and Malini Ondrovcik
This week, Malini and Oren delve into a thought-provoking discussion surrounding the controversial assertion that "math is racist." The conversation was ignited by a recent court decision that overturned a prior determination deeming a math proficiency test for teachers as discriminatory. Our hosts navigate through the intricacies of this issue, exploring themes such as destreaming, the role of whiteboards in education, and the broader implications of what some perceive as the "dumbing down" of society. Join us as we unravel the complexities of this debate and invite you to share your thoughts: Do you believe that math can be inherently biased?We want your questions! Send your questions to [email protected], tweet us @awakepod, send us a message at facebook.com/awakepod, or leave a comment on this video!EmailInstaYoutube Facebook Twitter
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This week, Malini and Oren delve into a thought-provoking discussion surrounding the controversial assertion that "math is racist." The conversation was ignited by a recent court decision that overturned a prior determination deeming a math proficiency test for teachers as discriminatory. Our hosts navigate through the intricacies of this issue, exploring themes such as destreaming, the role of whiteboards in education, and the broader implications of what some perceive as the "dumbing down" ...
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