Episode Details

Is it true that boys are generally better than girls at maths? Can a teacher's maths anxiety rub off on their students?

Daniel Ansari is a neuroscientist with a focus on how the brain learns maths. This episode explores common misconceptions when it comes to maths skills.

The conversation looks at the need for early detection of learning difficulties like dyscalculia, and the use of some tools that teachers and parents are using to check a child's understanding.

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