Mathematixed: Freedom and Power through Understanding Math

1: Counting - To infinity (and beyond)!

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Welcome to our very first episode! We're going to start with the most basic of math concepts: counting. But we'll take it to a place beyond even the largest of numbers - and where the podcast leaves off, the exploration continues at mathematixed.com.

This episode is dedicated to the mathematician whose ideas we'll be exploring today, the one and only "Father of Set Theory" Georg Cantor (1845-1918). As discussed in the podcast, here are just a few of the many wonderful things he said:

  • "Great innovation only happens when people aren't afraid to do things differently."
  • "Don't always blindly follow guidance and step-by-step instructions - you might find something interesting."

    • And my personal favorite:

    • "The essence of mathematics is in its freedom."

      • A few other things referred to on this podcast:

      Peter Liljedahl and his outstanding book, Building Thinking Classrooms

      Land of Oden

      Amazing Grace

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      Enjoy!

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      Mathematixed: Freedom and Power through Understanding MathBy Amy Byykkonen