Francis Su: The Value of Math in the AI Age is Cultivating Human Virtues
drscotthawley · x · 2026-08-21
Steven Strogatz shared Francis Su's perspective on "why study math in the age of AI" for his first class of the semester.
Core Argument:
- In the age of AI, studying math is not just about calculation or problem-solving skills.
- The value of math lies in cultivating uniquely human virtues: such as tenacity and creativity.
- These qualities are intrinsic traits that AI cannot replace.
The linked article explores the deeper significance of mathematics education amidst technological change.
Related event: Mathematician Francis Su on Why Math Still Matters in the AI Era(3 posts)→
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