Researchers at John Hopkins University found that people who have a good sense of approximation (how many jelly beans in the bar, how many calories in your grocery basket), tend to be better at formal math. The NY Times covered this phenomenon here. If you would like to take the John Hopkins test to see your ability in approximation math, click here.
Wednesday, September 17, 2008
"Gut Instinct’s Surprising Role in Math"
Researchers at John Hopkins University found that people who have a good sense of approximation (how many jelly beans in the bar, how many calories in your grocery basket), tend to be better at formal math. The NY Times covered this phenomenon here. If you would like to take the John Hopkins test to see your ability in approximation math, click here.
Why Women Aren’t C.E.O.s, According to Women Who Almost Were
"It’s not a pipeline problem. It’s about loneliness, competition and deeply rooted barriers." Read more in the NYT .
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Even women who earn overwhelmingly positive performance reviews are told that they have ‘personality flaws,’ a new study finds. The double...
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Many talented rural students don't go to elite schools, because they are unaware of the options. Read more in the NYT . Thanks, +Ju...
