From Zero to Math Hero: How I Turned Failure Into Mastery | Vibeke Gwendoline Fængsrud | TEDxArendal

What if the real reason math feels impossible isn’t you, but the way we’re taught? In this deeply personal and inspiring talk, Vibeke Gwendoline Fængsrud shares her journey from flunking math to becoming a math master—and reveals the three key zones that unlock learning success. Whether you’ve struggled with numbers or simply want to rethink how we approach education, this talk will change the way you see math forever. Vibeke Gwendoline Fængsrud is a leading educator, mathematician, and the founder of House of Math, Norway’s fastest-growing EdTech platform for mathematics. With a master’s in Mathematics and Physics and another in Mathematical Finance from the University of Oslo, alongside executive training from Stanford and Harvard, she merges academic rigor with entrepreneurial vision. Vibeke has authored 27 books, including a complete set for Norway’s math curriculum. Her #ViTarAnsvar initiative brings math tutoring to underserved schools, and her Math for Ukraine project supports Ukrainian youth in crisis. Beyond House of Math, she contributes as a board member for companies like Hav Group ASA and advises on education policy in Oslo. Vibeke’s innovative approaches continue to shape math education and inspire learners globally. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx