{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"How Can We Rethink Math Education When Computers and AI Do the Calculations? | Ted Dintersmith","description":"In this episode of the Getting Smart Podcast, Nate McClennen sits down with author and education advocate Ted Dintersmith to rethink what math should look like in a changing world\u2014especially as AI makes rote procedures less relevant. Together they unpack the limits of test-driven instruction, the consequences of low math and data literacy for civic life, and why classrooms should prioritize estimation, statistics, probability, modeling, and real-world problem solving that builds confidence and curiosity. If we want future-ready learners, math has to move from gatekeeping to empowerment.  Outline   (00:00) Introduction &amp;amp; Math Education Background  (05:52) Rote Skills vs. Relevant Math  (11:21) Standardized Testing &amp;amp; NAEP Scores  (17:10) Math Illiteracy &amp;amp; Real-World Consequences  (22:57) Calculus vs. Statistics Debate  (29:41) AI, the Future of Math Education &amp;amp; Takeaways   Links    Read the full blog here Watch the full video here  LinkedIn  Ted Dintersmith Website  &amp;nbsp; ","author_name":"Getting Smart Podcast","author_url":"https:\/\/gettingsmart.com","html":"<iframe title=\"Libsyn Player\" style=\"border: none\" src=\"\/\/html5-player.libsyn.com\/embed\/episode\/id\/40768660\/height\/90\/theme\/custom\/thumbnail\/yes\/direction\/forward\/render-playlist\/no\/custom-color\/88AA3C\/\" height=\"90\" width=\"600\" scrolling=\"no\"  allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen><\/iframe>","thumbnail_url":"https:\/\/assets.libsyn.com\/secure\/item\/40768660"}