Synthesis Tutor is an AI-powered educational tool designed to provide personalized math tutoring for children. Developed by a team funded by DARPA, it builds on their research and incorporates modern AI tools to create an engaging and effective learning experience. The curriculum is created by Dr. James Tanton, a renowned mathematician with a Ph.D. from Princeton University and multiple awards for teaching excellence. The tool covers a wide range of math topics, with a roadmap that includes arithmetic properties, fractions, decimals, algebraic expressions, geometry, and more.Parents who have tried Synthesis Tutor praise its effectiveness and the enthusiasm it generates in their children. The tool encourages active participation and offers a patient and engaging teaching style. It aims to create a sense of magic and excitement to foster a love for math.The platform is user-friendly, and a demo is available for parents and children to try without the need for login credentials. Synthesis Tutor also emphasizes privacy and compliance with COPPA regulations. To access the tutoring program, users can choose between different subscription options, including access to math content for one year or lifetime access to all subjects. The tool is set to launch in the fall of 2023, with additional subjects like physics, chemistry, and engineering expected to be added later for a comprehensive STEM learning experience.
