“Today’s episode presents a reflective journey into creating a math textbook, “The Story of Math,” which aims to be inclusive and accessible, particularly for neurodivergent students and multilingual learners. Inspired by the historical work of al-Khwārizmī and his rhetorical algebra, Dr. Jaime Hoerricks seeks to reclaim mathematics as a human endeavour rooted in story, clarity, and cultural connection rather than abstract symbols and standardised testing. The textbook will utilise narrative and plain language to build understanding before abstraction, incorporating diverse historical and cultural mathematical contributions. Ultimately, the project is envisioned as a way to foster belonging and empower all students to engage with mathematical thinking.”

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