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Masterclass: Terence Tao Teaches Mathematical Thinking

World-renowned mathematician Dr. Terence Tao teaches you his approach to everyday problem-solving—without complex equations or formulas.
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A MacArthur Fellow and Fields Medal winner, Terence Tao, PhD, was studying university-level math by age 9. Now the “Mozart of Math” is breaking down his approach to everyday problem-solving—without complex equations or formulas. Learn how to deconstruct challenges, use storytelling as a tool, and discover solutions, whether you’re trying to level up in a computer game or just catch your plane on time.

Instructor(s): Dr. Terrance Tao
Class Length: 10 video lessons (1hr 33min)
Category: Science & Tech
Course Materials: Terence Tao Teaches Mathematical Thinking Course Guide.pdf
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Lesson Plan

  1. Meet Your Instructor
  2. Terence Tao’s Journey
  3. Demystifying Math
  4. Math in Your Everyday Life
  5. Choosing the Problem to Solve
  6. Solving Problems With Story
  7. Transforming Problems
  8. Games, Cheats, and Puzzles
  9. Math Fails
  10. Stumped
  11. Finding Strength in Numbers
  12. Onward