He is talking about the same problem that is discussed in Lockhart's Lament [0]. If you've never read this piece of writing, I encourage you to do so now as it

He is talking about the same problem that is discussed in Lockhart's Lament [0]. If you've never read this piece of writing, I encourage you to do so now as it presents our math education system in a wonderful and critical light. I can't speak as elegantly as Lockhart, so I won't damage the piece by summarizing it or discussing it in the post; rather, I'll leave you to read it and draw your own opinions. [0]: http://www.maa.org/external_archive/devlin/LockhartsLament.pdf http://www.maa.org/external_archive/devlin/LockhartsLament.p...