Meet Dr. Aditya Nagrath Ph.D.

Dr. Nagrath helps students overcome mathematics anxiety.  Aditya is the creator and founder of Elephant Learning Mathematics Academy which helps students learn years of mathematics over the course of a few months using their system just 10 minutes per day, 3 days per week.

With a PhD in Mathematics & Computer Sciences, Dr. Nagrath has spent over 30 years in industry as a software engineer, author, leader, speaker, and serial entrepreneur working on everything from atomic clocks to iOS and Android apps to Amazon’s Kindle Fire. As the Founder of Elephant Head Software, which won the prestigious JD Edwards Innovation Award in 2015, he has also done software projects for Pearson, Verizon, Telefonica, JD Edwards (Oracle), and other billion dollar companies.

Now with Elephant Learning, Dr. Nagrath has taught nearly 200,000 years of mathematics to over 160,000 students around the world, and is on a mission to change the way the world teaches mathematics.

With a Facebook following of over 54k, Aditya has spoken at the University of Denver, and is the author of numerous scientific works, a series of blogs on learning mathematics, as well as the Amazon Best Sellers “Rethinking Math Learning” and "Treating Mathematics Anxiety." For his expertise, Dr. Nagrath has been recognized by the California Department of Education and featured in over 100 podcasts, news articles, interviews, and television/video appearances.

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Aditya Has Been Featured On:

Overcoming Mathematics Anxiety: Inclusive Strategies For Overcoming Math Anxiety

With
Dr. Aditya Nagrath PhD

This presentation will discuss the causes of math anxiety, behaviors that can be indicative that mathematics anxiety is occurring. Finally, we discuss an overarching inclusive framework to use around making decisions around students that are exhibiting mathematics anxiety and strategies for dealing with specific behavior. Watch the entire presentation that was originally presented at the Nita M. Lowey 21st Century Community Learning Centers 2023 Summer Symposium

ABC7's Good Morning Washington DC

With
Britt Waters

In this enlightening segment from ABC7's Good Morning Washington DC, Elephant Learning's founder, Dr. Aditya Nagrath, joins host Britt Waters to discuss the transformative power of our program. Dr. Nagrath delves into our scientific approach to teaching mathematics, explaining how we equip students to learn years' worth of math in just a few short months. He also shares indispensable insights for parents seeking to support their children's math education effectively.

The Coder Kids

With
James Thornock and Jeff Ward

This week on the podcast we have Dr. Nagrath. You'll find that our frank conversation really focused on what it takes to build a results-based education system around math. For timestamps, see below.

Advancements TV

With
Ted Danson

Shining a light on several important issues and topics currently impacting society, ADVANCEMENTS looks at the issues surrounding the gap in math learning which can impact a young child's life FOREVER. And how Elephant Learning Math Academy has created the new way to learn math which guarantees your child will learn 1 year of math in 3 months.

The Podcast With Adrian Sinclair

With
Adrian Sinclair

Recently, we had an insightful discussion with Aditya Nagrath, PhD – the founder and CEO of the online learning platform elephantlearning.com – regarding mathematics. Aditya said that people don’t necessarily suck at math – it’s just that there is a language gap between the student and the teacher. And it is this that their platform is geared to do by bridging that gap so teachers or parents could be more effective in communicating towards the student.

The Transformational Power Of Coaching For Teachers

With
Callum Turner

The article discusses the impact of mathematics coaching on teachers and students, particularly in addressing math anxiety. It highlights Elephant Learning's Mathematics Coaching, which provides individualized, data-driven support to educators, helping them refine their teaching strategies and boost student performance. The program offers tiered coaching, including one-on-one sessions and continuous professional development, aiming to transform the education system by empowering teachers.

Teachers Talkin'

With
Dustin Tatroe

This episode explores math anxiety and how gamification can transform math education. Dr. Aditya Nagrath, founder of Elephant Learning Mathematics Academy, discusses his approach to helping students gain confidence and mastery in math using algorithms, mindset shifts, and the “elephant age” metric. He also shares insights from his book, Treating Math Anxiety, offering practical advice for educators and parents.

Learning Unboxed

With
Dr. Annalies Corbin

Math anxiety holds many students back, but what if we could change the way they experience mathematics? In this episode of Learning Unboxed, we sit down with Dr. Aditya Nagrath, founder of Elephant Learning Mathematics Academy, to explore how his innovative approach helps students master years of math in just a few months—using only 10 minutes a day, three days a week. Dr. Nagrath shares the science behind teaching math as a language, explaining why early exposure to mathematical thinking strengthens all forms of literacy. He also dives into the root causes of math anxiety, how belief systems shape student confidence, and why meeting children at their level of understanding is critical for success. His research-backed methodology focuses on experiential learning, ensuring students grasp math concepts rather than just memorizing formulas. With a mission to transform math education, Elephant Learning is now expanding into public schools, making these powerful tools accessible to more students. Join us as we discuss how we can change the narrative around math, boost confidence, and ensure every child has the foundation they need to thrive in a world that’s becoming increasingly mathematical.

Blooming Curious

With
Edwina Cottino

In this episode of Blooming Curious, Dr. Aditya Nagrath, author of ‘Treating Mathematics Anxiety’ and founder of the Elephant Learning Mathematics Academy, joins the podcast to discuss his mission to remove mathematics anxiety and empower children in their learning. Dr. Nagrath explains how deficits in early childhood mathematics lead to future difficulties, the importance of understanding mathematical language, and provides insights into his program, Elephant Learning. This digital tool uses adaptive algorithms and gamification to personalise learning paths and effectively teach essential math topics from counting to algebra. Dr. Nagrath also shares strategies for parents to incorporate math into daily life and highlights the importance of maintaining high standards and challenging students. Tune in for an enlightening conversation on supporting children’s mathematical confidence.

The Teacher As...

With
Melissa Milner

Melissa talks to Dr. Aditya Nagrath, founder of Elephant Learning, who discusses his company's program, which has helped over 175,000 students learn a year's worth of math in three months with 30 minutes of weekly use. He emphasized the importance of teaching math as a language and gamification to reduce math anxiety.