To the Editor:Re “Math, Taught Like Football,” by John Urschel (Sunday Review, May 12):Mr. Urschel has recognized a fundamental problem in mathematics education: Children are taught to endure math class, not enjoy it. While most children like brain teasers, puzzles and games, the mathematics they encounter in school often consists of repetitive exercises. I was fortunate that my father shared engaging puzzles and problems with me and provided opportunities to explore and make discoveries. Let ’s offer students similarly thought-provoking mathematics. The writer is the founder of the Julia Robinson Mathematics Festival.

Source: New York Times May 26, 2019 16:52 UTC