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Conrad Wolfram on Computational Thinking and Revolutionizing Math Education
Manage episode 430476616 series 1547554
On this episode of the Getting Smart Podcast, Tom Vander Ark talks to Conrad Wolfram, CEO of Wolfram Research and author of The Math Fix, to discuss the evolving role of computational thinking in education. They explore how the surge in computational power and AI can transform math education by moving away from manual calculations and focusing on real-world problem-solving.
Conrad Wolfram shares insights on the necessity of integrating computational tools into the curriculum, emphasizing that modern education should prepare students for complex problem-solving using AI and natural language interfaces. They also discuss the challenges and opportunities in updating math education to reflect these advancements, aiming to equip students with skills relevant to today's tech-driven world.
Outline
- The Evolution of Human-Computer Interaction
- The Role of Natural Language in AI
- Revolutionizing Math Education
- Future of Computational Thinking in Education
Links
- Watch the Full Conversation
- Conrad Wolfram Website
- Conrad Wolfram Bio
- Language Matters, and What Matters Has Changed by Conrad Wolfram
- Conrad Wolfram on Computational Thinking
- The Math(s) Fix Review by Rachelle Dene Poth
- South Fayette Computational Thinking
- Digital Promise - Computational Thinking
- US Math Wars by Conrad Wolfram
- Subscribe to Our Newsletter!
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Manage episode 430476616 series 1547554
On this episode of the Getting Smart Podcast, Tom Vander Ark talks to Conrad Wolfram, CEO of Wolfram Research and author of The Math Fix, to discuss the evolving role of computational thinking in education. They explore how the surge in computational power and AI can transform math education by moving away from manual calculations and focusing on real-world problem-solving.
Conrad Wolfram shares insights on the necessity of integrating computational tools into the curriculum, emphasizing that modern education should prepare students for complex problem-solving using AI and natural language interfaces. They also discuss the challenges and opportunities in updating math education to reflect these advancements, aiming to equip students with skills relevant to today's tech-driven world.
Outline
- The Evolution of Human-Computer Interaction
- The Role of Natural Language in AI
- Revolutionizing Math Education
- Future of Computational Thinking in Education
Links
- Watch the Full Conversation
- Conrad Wolfram Website
- Conrad Wolfram Bio
- Language Matters, and What Matters Has Changed by Conrad Wolfram
- Conrad Wolfram on Computational Thinking
- The Math(s) Fix Review by Rachelle Dene Poth
- South Fayette Computational Thinking
- Digital Promise - Computational Thinking
- US Math Wars by Conrad Wolfram
- Subscribe to Our Newsletter!
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