S4: E9: From the Thought Space: Kieran Mackle on What does the future of maths education really look like in the age of AI?

In this episode, Chris sits down with educator, author and host of the Thinking Deeply About Primary Education podcast, Kieran Mackle, for a wide-ranging conversation about what genuinely improves mathematics teaching ... and what doesn't.

Together they explore why evidence-informed practice matters more than ever, the danger of chasing educational trends without robust research, and the classroom approaches that consistently make the biggest difference. They also discuss worked examples, cognitive load, mathematical fluency, assessment, mastery and whether AI is solving problems that schools actually have.

Whether you're a primary teacher, school leader or simply interested in how children learn, this episode is a thoughtful reminder that great teaching is built on deep thinking, not quick fixes.