4 steps to unlock your kid’s math potential | Shalinee Sharma
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4 steps to unlock your kid’s math potential | Shalinee Sharma

B1IntermediateSeptember 7, 202613 min

Math isn't just for "math kids" — it's for everyone, says learning expert Shalinee Sharma. She outlines four simple steps to transform your approach to math, creating an environment where any kid can develop a strong mathematical mind. This episode originally aired in 2024. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Hey y'all, Elise Hugh here. My three daughters just headed back to school with new backpacks, new teachers, and all that first day energy. And back to school season can make me feel like a student again, too. So for this month's TED Talks Daily playlist, we have gathered five of our favorite talks about learning, teaching, and the joy of staying curious. No textbooks required.

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You might have encountered this in your own life or with your kids. The label of being math-oriented or not. I even remember thinking to myself when I was little, I guess I'm just not a math person. Well in her 2024 talk, math expert Shalini Sharma says the truth is we can all become

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