We need to rethink our math classes | Benji Billman | TEDxCU

Nearly 80% of students take Algebra 2 in the United States, but less than 35% of students take those skills to pass Calculus for their collegiate degrees. What about all of the other students who don’t use those Algebra 2 skills? Or have been told they’re bad at math? In this talk, Benji advocates for a new approach to math education. My name is Benji Billman, and I’ve been teaching high school and middle school mathematics for over 17 years. I’ve taught every class from 6th grade math, through Pre-Calculus. My whole life, I’ve been good at math, because it comes naturally to me. My job is helping students see math the way I see it. My goal is to find math that excites and empowers students. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx