People, Process, and Penguins: Designing Math Experiences

In each episode of the Inside Our MIND podcast, we take a look at issues and challenges facing education that we are working to address through research, technology and strategic initiatives.

Our latest episode features a recent panel discussion about MIND's design approach to ST Math and other learning resources we create for schools, students, and families. Co-hosts Senior Academic Director Brian Coffey and Curriculum Developer Alyssa Ching interview our VP of Curriculum & Instruction Twana Young and VP of Product Matt Feldmann about user feedback, neuroscience, designing for all students, and of course, our beloved penguin Jiji.

Topics Covered in the Podcast:

2:00 Intros
5:00 The WHY behind the approach
13:00 How input from teachers, students, and families shapes our programs
19:30 Neuroscience and embracing the messiness of learning
25:00 Design principles and processes
31:00 DEI and the asset-based lens
39:00 How a penguin impacts students' love of math learning

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