Olusegun Ilori

Olusegun Ilori is a unique educator, an ambassador for the World Math Project, an expert in the use of the abacus, and a lover of numbers. He has years of experience in the education industry as a progressive stakeholder and a champion for equity in educational quality and quantity.

OCTOSPICE 3: Construct viable arguments and critique the reasoning of others

Teachers aiming to develop students' ability to "construct viable arguments and critique the reasoning of others" need to foster active…

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OCTOSPICE 2: Reason abstractly and quantitatively

Proficient math students understand quantities and their relationships in problem situations. They possess two key abilities: the capacity to decontextualize…

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OCTOSPICE 1: Make sense of problems and persevere in solving them

In the realm of mathematics education, teachers play a crucial role in nurturing students' ability to make sense of problems…

55 years ago

The Problem of Solving Problems in Maths Classes

While there is a notion that Math classes are basically for solving “problems”, the reality is that there are several…

55 years ago

The Harmony of Numbers and Notes

Ever wondered how mathematics and music dance together in perfect harmony? Well… we'll uncover some hidden connections between numbers and…

55 years ago

The Everyday Equations: How Math Orchestrates Our Daily Lives

In our daily routines, one often does not put to mind the number calculations or estimations we carry out to…

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Fostering Growth Mindsets in Mathematics Classrooms

In the realm of education, the approach to teaching mathematics has evolved significantly, embracing the concept of fostering growth mindsets…

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Rebranding Mathematics Education: Listening to Voices of Change

Mathematics education is a crucial component of a student's learning journey, but it often garners mixed feelings from both students…

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Conceptual and Procedural Knowledge in Mathematics Education

In the words of George Polya, “To understand Math means to be able to do math (solve mathematical problems)”. Right…

55 years ago

Growing through mistakes

Research has shown that mistakes are important opportunities for learning and growth, but students often regard mistakes as indicators of…

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How Much Time Makes 1 Understanding?

I guess you still remember these lines; 60 seconds make 1 minute 60 minutes makes 1 hour 24 hours makes…

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Breaking the Myth: Anyone Can Be a “Math Person”

At several instances, there has been a notion that some people are inherently "math people," possessing natural affinity for mathematics.…

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“Teching” Up Math: Enhancing Mathematical Proficiency with Technology

There’s a huge problem with math education right now! Basically, no one seems to have a comprehensive diagnosis of the…

55 years ago

Traffic Control: A Mathematical Odyssey

In the third quarter of 2022, a former Permanent Secretary in the Lagos State Ministry of Transport, Taiwo Salaam, stated that if…

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Questions solving VS problems solving in Mathematics

Years after years students are subjected to solving questions - textbooks, worksheets, home works, quizzes etc. However, students end up…

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