About this episode
Digging for the Yes, but Why with Ed Southall
In our final episode of Season Two of ‘Digging For The Why’, we talk to the Curriculum Lead for Oak National Academy, Ed Southall.
In this week’s episode, Ed emphasises the need to nurture curiosity from an early age to encourage participation in the classroom.
We delve into the challenges of moving away from traditional teaching models and the benefits conceptual insight can bring to enrich students’ learning experiences.
Additionally, we explore how to create a classroom culture where students feel safe to make mistakes, share ideas and engage in discussion to enhance their understanding and shift traditional teaching practices.
“Mathematics isn’t about magic or innate brilliance; it’s about curiosity, persistence, and finding joy in making sense of the patterns and structures that shape our world.”Ed Southall – mathematician, author, and Curriculum Lead for Oak National Academy
Meet our guest
Ed Southall
Author of ‘Yes But Why? Teaching for Understanding in Mathematics, Curriculum Lead for Oak National Academy and editor-in-chief of the Mathematical Association, Ed Southall, @edsouthall, is a perfect guest for our podcast.
Ed specialises in speaking about conceptual teaching in maths and making maths make sense for children of all ages. He has an array of experience in teaching and senior leadership, as well as experience teaching in the Middle East.
Transcript link
The transcript of this episode is available here
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