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#82: Mathematics for Human Flourishing - An Interview with Francis Su

Category: Education
Duration: 00:44:07
Publish Date: 2020-06-22 09:30:00
Description:

Francis Su is a professor at Harvey Mudd College in California, he’s a past president of the Mathematical Association of America, he’s won multiple awards for teaching, and he’s the author of a new book Mathematics for Human Flourishing. 

In this episode we chat with Francis about how learning mathematics can help us become better human beings; how can mathematics help us become better at exploring truth and justice; and, how to change your assessment to reflect what you value.

You’ll Learn: 

  • How learning mathematics can help become a better human being. 
  • How can mathematics help us become better at exploring truth and justice.
  • How to change your assessment to reflect what you value. 

Resources: 

Mathematics for Human Flourishing

Francissu.com 

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