In this engaging conversation, Alex Romero shares his journey in math education, influenced by his family's background in mathematics. He discusses the development of Tile Farm, a platform designed to make math beautiful and enjoyable for learners of all ages. The conversation explores the importance of joy in math education, the role of family in fostering a positive math environment, and the innovative features of Tile Farm that encourage creativity and engagement in math learning. Alex emphasizes the need for a cultural shift in math education, where asking questions is celebrated and learning is a joyful experience.

00:00 Introduction and First Impressions

03:12 Alex's Math Journey and Influences

06:04 The Role of Family in Math Education

08:35 The Birth of Tile Farm

11:10 Creating Beautiful Math Experiences

13:56 Tile Farm's Educational Impact

16:36 Engaging with the Community

19:12 The Future of Tile Farm

24:51 The Light Bulb Moment: New Jersey's Historical Significance

25:38 Exploring Patterns: A Deep Dive into Geometry

27:42 Interactive Learning: Engaging with Tile Farm Studio

29:40 Daily Visual Math Prompts: Encouraging Inquiry

30:45 Numeracy Content: Analyzing Patterns for Deeper Understanding

35:44 Creating a Safe Space for Questions in Math

38:48 Transforming Beliefs About Math: Joy and Engagement

42:41 Hope for the Future: Shifting Paradigms in Math Education

44:15 The Perspective of Being a Math Person

Connect with Pam:

insta: @BlueGlassesMath

bluesky: @pambrett.bsky.social

linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pamela-brett-23b56675/

website: https://www.blueglassesmath.org/

Connect with Alex:

insta: @tilefarm @tilefarmer

bluesky: @tilefarmer

website: https://tilefarm.com/