Math Revolution: Rethinking Education with Dr. Craig Hane
- Author
- Jackie Pelegrin
- Published
- Sun 13 Jul 2025
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Welcome to episode 36 of the Designing with Love podcast! In this episode, I had the pleasure of interviewing Dr. Craig Hane, a math educator and founder of the Triad Math Army.
Mathematics doesn't have to be intimidating, confusing, or useless. Dr. Craig Hane proves this through his remarkable journey from being told he wasn't "college material" to revolutionizing how math is taught and learned.
Dr. Hane shares how his uncle taught him practical mathematics that put him ahead of his peers, yet traditional algebra instruction nearly derailed his academic future. This contradiction sparked a lifelong mission to transform mathematical education. With refreshing candor, he explains why 90% of what's in standard algebra textbooks is either obsolete or unnecessarily theoretical, serving examinations rather than real-life applications.
The conversation takes a fascinating turn when Dr. Hane introduces Wolfram Alpha, a powerful computational tool that has transformed what's possible in mathematics education. Just as calculators made slide rules obsolete overnight in the 1970s, this technology allows students to focus on understanding concepts rather than struggling with manual calculations. His six-tier educational system progressively builds mathematical competency, starting with essential practical skills and advancing through higher-level concepts as needed.
Beyond mathematics, Dr. Hayne has developed "wisdom tools" – practical knowledge frameworks accumulated through decades of experience addressing everything from breaking bad habits to achieving financial freedom. His Triad Math Army combines mathematical education with these wisdom tools, creating a comprehensive development program that serves both academic and personal growth.
Whether you're a student struggling with mathematics, an educator seeking better approaches, or someone who's always felt alienated by traditional math instruction, this conversation offers a revolutionary perspective on learning and teaching. Dr. Hane’s practical, technology-embracing approach could transform how we think about not just mathematics, but education as a whole.
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