As some schools return back to in-person learning, we take a look at a few of the ways teaching has changed this year, including new safety precautions and the use of continued e-learning technology. Kelly Rigg is an eighth-grade teacher in Ephrata, Pennsylvania and shares what’s it’s been like to be back teaching in the classroom full-time during a pandemic.
20-06 Segment 2: What Happens When Mathematical Calculations Go Wrong?
The field of mathematics is still seen as a boring and overly complex field by many. But Matt Parker, a former math teacher turned popular YouTuber, is working to fix that stubborn mindset. In his new book, he illustrates the powerful and interesting side of math through real-life examples that have failed because someone’s calculations were just slightly off.
20-02 Segment 1: Spreading Word Of The 2020 U.S. Census
Did you know that the census count each decade helps decide where 675 billion dollars in federal funding is spent each year? The 2020 census is just around the corner, officially starting in March. To help spread the word, Viewpoints' sits down with a Victoria Glasier from the U.S. Census Bureau to find out the just how easy it is to fill out your census form this year and new ways that the government is reaching K-12 students and their families.
19-21 Segment 2: Appreciating the Beauty of Calculus
For many, learning about mathematics can be a terrifying and daunting task. Steven Strogatz discusses the importance of learning the basics of calculus and not only the math itself, but also understanding its historical prevalence and everyday use in our world.
18-48 Segment 1: Learning Math Simpler
American students are way down the international list when it comes to math scores. Why is this? Is there something we could be doing to make learning math a simpler task? Our guests say yes, and have suggestions for kids- and adults- struggling to master mathematics.
Coming Up On Viewpoints Show 17-46
A look at what is coming up on Viewpoints show 17-46.
17-21 Segment 2: The Gift of Numbers
We talk to mathematician and author Keith Devlin about Fibonacci’s mammoth contribution to mathematics and our daily lives.
Coming Up On Viewpoints Show 17-21
A look at what is coming up on Viewpoints show 17-21
16-19 Segment 2: The Formula To Make Learning Math Easy
Our two guests discuss some innovative ideas on how to help kids and adults become better at math.
