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It is a problem of grammar and language! As others here have said, no one is claiming that the notion of math itself is racist, but that math education can be.
by veridies 6y ago
It is a problem of grammar and language! As others here have said, no one is claiming that the notion of math itself is racist, but that math education can be. The 'agenda' seems to be to make sure that marginalized groups are better able to learn math. Do you disagree?
As for the 'highly valued' bit; one could argue that mathematics built for problem solving creative issues (including in computer programming) is now valued more than it was then. That could lead to different curriculum than before.
- qeternity 6y agoNo, you're missing the point. Why is valuing "precision and accuracy" inherently supporting systems of white supremacy? You don't land a rocket on Mars by valuing anything other than precision and accuracy.
- veridies 6y agoIt didn't say that, though. I agree it could be clearer here, but it seems to be suggesting simply that other values should also be considered when thinking about math education. It never seems to say precision or accuracy are bad or racist.
- qeternity 6y agoThis is the thing about the hard sciences, there is nothing else that matters. You can teach these principles more effectively, but unfortunately there are right answers and there are wrong answers. The laws of the universe just don't care about anything else.
- loopz 6y agoYou're missing the point of equity in the education system. There are different ways to teach different students effectively.