059 | Making Math Beautiful, One Tile at a Time with Alex Romero | Jan 29, 2026

Описание: In this engaging conversation, Alex Romero shares his journey in math education, influenced by his family's background in mathematics. He discusses the development of Tile Farm, a platform designed to make math beautiful and enjoyable for learners of all ages. The conversation explores the importance of joy in math education, the role of family in fostering a positive math environment, and the innovative features of Tile Farm that encourage creativity and engagement in math learning. Alex emphasizes the need for a cultural shift in math education, where asking questions is celebrated and learning is a joyful experience.



00:00 Introduction and First Impressions
03:12 Alex's Math Journey and Influences
06:04 The Role of Family in Math Education
08:35 The Birth of Tile Farm
11:10 Creating Beautiful Math Experiences
13:56 Tile Farm's Educational Impact
16:36 Engaging with the Community
19:12 The Future of Tile Farm
24:51 The Light Bulb Moment: New Jersey's Historical Significance
25:38 Exploring Patterns: A Deep Dive into Geometry
27:42 Interactive Learning: Engaging with Tile Farm Studio
29:40 Daily Visual Math Prompts: Encouraging Inquiry
30:45 Numeracy Content: Analyzing Patterns for Deeper Understanding
35:44 Creating a Safe Space for Questions in Math
38:48 Transforming Beliefs About Math: Joy and Engagement
42:41 Hope for the Future: Shifting Paradigms in Math Education
44:15 The Perspective of Being a Math Person

Connect with Pam:
insta: @BlueGlassesMath
bluesky: @pambrett.bsky.social
linkedin:   / pamela-brett-23b56675  
website: https://www.blueglassesmath.org/

Connect with Alex:
insta: @tilefarm @tilefarmer
bluesky: @tilefarmer
website: https://tilefarm.com/