I’m humbled to have this incredible opportunity: Eddie Woo

HILLS local and internationally known mathematics genius Eddie Woo said it will be an incredible opportunity to deliver the Australia Day address in NSW.

Teacher Eddie Woo

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HILLS local and internationally known mathematics genius Eddie Woo said it will be an incredible opportunity to deliver the Australia Day address in NSW.

The gifted Baulkham Hills resident and Cherrybrook Technology High School teacher will deliver the 2018 Australia Day Address at the Sydney Conservatorium of Music on January 23 from 12:30pm -1:30pm.

“As an advocate for teachers and the importance of teaching, I’m humbled to have this incredible opportunity and platform to address Australia,” Mr Woo said.

Eddie Woo said it is an incredible opportunity to deliver the 2018 Australia Day Address. Picture: Hollie Adams

“I know how much students — and the nation — can benefit when we break the misconception that mathematics is an inaccessible and difficult subject.”

Mr Woo was presented with the Local Hero in NSW Australian of the Year Award last November.

Premier Gladys Berejiklian praised the teacher’s “innovative and dynamic methods” which she said has transformed the way students relate to mathematics.

“Through his unique ability to engage with young people, Eddie Woo has helped countless students to overcome a fear of maths and nurture a love of learning,” Ms Berejiklian said.

“Eddie’s passion and dedication to teaching and his personal story is truly inspiring.”

Mr Woo is a cult figure on the internet with his Wootube — which has 100,000 plus subscribers — having more than eight million views.

Teacher Eddie Woo

He started it in 2012 to ensure a student who had cancer did not miss out on learning the subject.

His internet lessons are helping struggling students across Australia and around the world to develop confidence and competence in maths.

Mr Woo is also musically gifted and also has a video link (http://bit.ly/2DkyVEj) on how to play the guitar.

Eddie Woo is the head teacher of mathematics, at Cherrybrook Technology High School. Picture: Hollie Adams

Mr Woo has partnered with online company, Mathspace, to categorise videos to match curriculums across the country and plans to align his 3000-plus videos to curriculums across the globe.

“I am trying to expand my reach, not just for students but teachers too,” he said.

■ The Australia Day Address is a celebration of thought, diversity of opinion and freedom of speech, and raises questions about the country’s future while reflecting on the nation’s significant past.