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Episode 115: What Slide Rules Can Teach Today's Students
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Episode 115: What Slide Rules Can Teach Today's Students

“Today’s episode advocates for the use of slide rules in modern mathematics education, particularly for students with Specific Learning Disabilities (SLDs). The author of the source article, Dr. Jaime Hoerricks, details the history of the slide rule, highlighting its role in scientific and engineering advancements. They then explain the mechanics of the slide rule, emphasising its hands-on, tactile nature as a key advantage over digital calculators. Dr. Hoerricks argues that this tactile learning approach fosters deeper understanding and engagement, especially for students who struggle with abstract concepts and text-heavy instruction. Finally, they propose practical classroom implementations, suggesting ways to integrate slide rules into the curriculum to enhance learning for all students.”

Here’s the link to the source article: https://open.substack.com/pub/autside/p/precision-and-patience-what-slide

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