In this “where are they now” episode, we speak with Caitlyn Sloan, a high school math teacher from Georgia is back to update us on how she has managed since sharing struggles to bring a problem based approach to her support students.After sharing the changes she’s made in her approach, we then dig into her most recent focus for her math classroom: communication. How can we emphasize communication so we can build 21st century mathematicians? Listen in to hear some of the ideas and strategies!This is another Math Mentoring Moment episode where we talk with a member of the Math Moment Maker Community who is working through problems of practice and together we brainstorm possible next steps and strategies to overcome them. You’ll Learn: Assessing and or evaluating communication in the math classroom; How we can address the student question: “does this count for marks?”How to prepare students to be mathematicians for today;Where you can use a jigsaw structure in math class?Resources: Episode 132: I’m a Math Support Teacher And I Feel Trapped. Help!Desmos Classroom ActivitiesHow To Transform Your Textbook Into A Curiosity Machine [Video Series] Love the show? Text us your big takeaway! Empower Your Students (and Teachers) Using A Professional Learning Plan That Sparks Engagement, Fuels Deep Learning, and Ignites Action!https://makemathmoments.com/make-math-moments-district-mentorship-program/ 

In this episode, Kyle & Jon address a few common misconceptions from the Math Moment Maker community around teaching problem-based lessons and units. Stick around and you’ll hear how to find the right balance between what students know and what they need to learn in your lesson; when we should be assessing for learning; how to consolidate a problem-based lesson; and,how to manage the flow of the class when some students complete work quicker than others. You’ll learn: How to find the right balance between what students know and what they need to learn in your lesson; WhenI should be assessing for learning; How to consolidate a problem-based lesson; Finding the right time to teach a problem-based lesson; and, How to manage the flow of the class when some students complete work quicker than others. Resources: Make Math Moments Framework [Blog Article]How To Transform Your Textbook Into A Curiosity Machine [Free Video Course] Make Math Moments Problem-Based Lessons & Units Cookie Cutter [Problem Based Lesson] Woolly Worm Race [Problem Based Unit]Love the show? Text us your big takeaway! Empower Your Students (and Teachers) Using A Professional Learning Plan That Sparks Engagement, Fuels Deep Learning, and Ignites Action!https://makemathmoments.com/make-math-moments-district-mentorship-program/ 

Today you’ll hear from Yvette Lehman, an elementary educator from Windsor, Ontario. Yvette is a Primary and Junior Division Teacher Consultant for the Greater Essex County Board of Education and if the name seems familiar then you’re right, we have referenced Yvette’s work numerous times here on the podcast as she’s also a colleague of Kyle’s and a fantastic part of the Make Math Moments curriculum writing team! During this session from the 2021 Make Math Moments Virtual Summit, you’ll hear about Yvette’s early experiences and struggles with mathematics which inspired her to dive deep into key elementary concepts to better conceptualize what was once only introduced to her procedurally. In particular, you’ll be taken on a journey through division from early fair sharing to proportional reasoning and solving two-step algebraic equations using context, strategies and models.You’ll Learn: key elementary concepts of division from early fair sharing to proportional reasoning and solving two-step algebraic equations using context, strategies and models; How knowing the two types of division can help your students develop a deep conceptual understanding of the operation; and, Which lessons and tasks can I use to help my students explore the two types of division. Resources: Make Math Moments Virtual SummitMathisVIsual.comSowing Seeds [Problem Based Unit]Sowing Seeds Revisited [Problem Based Unit]Planting Flowers [Problem Based Unit]Planting Flowers Revisited [Problem Based Unit]Problem Based Math UnitsLove the show? Text us your big takeaway! Empower Your Students (and Teachers) Using A Professional Learning Plan That Sparks Engagement, Fuels Deep Learning, and Ignites Action!https://makemathmoments.com/make-math-moments-district-mentorship-program/ 

Today we speak with Janelle Fortmuller, a grade 5/6 teacher from Alberta. Janelle shares insights, key learnings she had around lesson design and planning in her math class. Janelle shares her transformation from a teacher who pre-taught all the strategies and algorithms to a confident, flexible teacher who engages her students in problem solving every day. This is another Math Mentoring Moment episode where we talk with a member of the Math Moment Maker Community who is working through problems of practice and together we brainstorm possible next steps and strategies to overcome them.  You’ll Learn: How to make connections among strategies when consolidating your lessonsReframing the false notion that we have to show students formulas steps and algorithms before they can solve problemsHow to get out of the way and let your students demonstrate their brillianceResources: MathisVIsual.comWouldYouRatherMath.comProblem Based Tasks Follow Janelle on Twitter @janelle3904 Listen to Marilyn Burns on Episode 149Janelle is currently learning how to Transform Her Textbook Into a Curiosity MachineFollow Janelle’s lead and take the MMM Online WorkshopLove the show? Text us your big takeaway! Empower Your Students (and Teachers) Using A Professional Learning Plan That Sparks Engagement, Fuels Deep Learning, and Ignites Action!https://makemathmoments.com/make-math-moments-district-mentorship-program/ 

Today the tables have turned! In this episode Jon & Kyle switch over to the other side of the interview and are put on the hot seat! Jess Michalchuk, a Grade 7 educator from Foam Lake, Saskatchewan working towards a Masters of Education, interviews Jon & Kyle about memorable math moments from their teaching experience, their thoughts on leadership and innovation in mathematics and much more!Stick around and you’ll hear stories from Kyle and Jon’s classrooms, how they got started on changing their pedagogy, and what it means to become a math moment maker. You’ll Learn: Why you need to use a “high/low/buffalo” routine. Why random grouping does more for your culture than you think it does. How taking risks can change your career. What does an innovator and changer do in math class? Are you using language that causes shaming with students. Resources: Transform Your Textbook Into a Curiosity Machine [4 Part Video Series]Introduction To Making Math Moments That Matter [Episode 1]Episode #167: Decluttering Proportional Relationships – An Interview With James Tanton & Ted CoeMore Good Questions - Differentiating High School Mathematics [Book]Get in touch with Jess on Twitter @JessMichalchukLove the show? Text us your big takeaway! Empower Your Students (and Teachers) Using A Professional Learning Plan That Sparks Engagement, Fuels Deep Learning, and Ignites Action!https://makemathmoments.com/make-math-moments-district-mentorship-program/ 

In this compilation episode of the podcast in honour of Black History Month, Kyle & Jon highlight six educators of colour that have had a significant impact on their pedagogical practices as they continue their journey to craft a more culturally responsive classroom experience for all students. You’ll hear from Rafranz Davis speak about diversity, Lauren Baucom’s passion towards de-tracking;  Mindfulness and identity in the classroom from Christina Lincoln-Moore; the importance of catalyzing change from Robert Q. Berry; Kris Childs shares insights on access and equity in task selection; and, Jose Vilson’s ideas on the importance of teacher voice in the education system. You’ll learn: What diversity is and what it is not; Why we should consider how we track (stream) students in our schools;Why mindfulness is needed in mathematics classes;How you can implement equitable teaching practices into your classroom;How to promote access and equity in the mathematics classroom; and, How we should reimagine the work in math classrooms.Resources: Episode 43: The Missing Voices In Math: An interview With Rafranz DavisEpisode 56 Authoring Our Math Identities – An Interview with Lauren BaucomEpisode 116: How to Use Mindfulness to Change Trajectories – An Interview with Christina Lincoln-MooreEpisode 86: Catalyzing Change – An Interview with Robert Q. BerryEpisode 68: Gradual Release Of Responsibility SUCKS! An Interview With Kristopher ChildsEpisode 51: Reimagining the work done in math classrooms: An Interview with Jose VilsonLove the show? Text us your big takeaway! Empower Your Students (and Teachers) Using A Professional Learning Plan That Sparks Engagement, Fuels Deep Learning, and Ignites Action!https://makemathmoments.com/make-math-moments-district-mentorship-program/ 

In this episode, Kyle and Jon speak with James Tanton, Mathematician-at-Large for the Mathematical Association of America and Founder of the Global Math Project and Ted Coe, NWEA’s Director of Content Advocacy and Design. James and Ted hop on the show today to dig into the collective work of a group of mathematics education leaders involving one of the most important yet misunderstood concepts in mathematics: Proportional Relationships.Stick around as we dig into ideas around proportionality and what we can do to help declutter this crucial middle school math concept. You’ll Learn: How so much of the mathematics we explore in school is cluttered and what we can do to declutter your proportional relationship unit;How math is not just about the act of doing, but also the act of thinking and habits of thinking; About James’ fascination with emu eggs; Why you want to start with the most difficult problem first; and, Why we should be thinking about the words we use and say in math class. Resources: Episode 6: Looking for Joy in Mathematics: An Interview with James Tanton [Podcast]Episode #45 – Global Math Week, Exploding Dots, and James Tanton [Podcast]Proportional Relationships Decluttered - At Last!Common Core State Standards (CCSS)CCSS Progressions DocumentsStacking Paper Problem Based Math UnitLove the show? Text us your big takeaway! Empower Your Students (and Teachers) Using A Professional Learning Plan That Sparks Engagement, Fuels Deep Learning, and Ignites Action!https://makemathmoments.com/make-math-moments-district-mentorship-program/ 

Today we speak with Garret Schneider, a middle school math teacher from Indiana. Like many of us, Garret is feeling a little bit like he’s a lone wolf as he continues to seek out ways to elevate his teaching practice while many colleagues continue independently on their own teaching journeys. In this Math Mentoring Moment Episode, we will dig into why this lone journey is getting Garret down and how he might be able to work towards developing a professional learning community where all members feel accepted and valued regardless of their teaching philosophy and pedagogical approach.  You’ll Learn Answers To: How can you build your own support network / PLC;How to help your fellow teachers “get on board”; and, Why it’s a blessing when you find something new that works. Resources: Switch: How to Change Things When Change Is Hard [Book]: https://amzn.to/2B1vjXLJoin Us For A Math Mentoring Moment Episode: https://makemathmoments.com/mentorThe Make Math Moments Academy: https://makemathmoments.com/academy Proportional Reasoning Course: https://makemathmoments.com/proportions Problem Based Tasks: https://makemathmoments.com/tasks/The Thinking Classroom: https://buildingthinkingclassrooms.com/podcasts/ Love the show? Text us your big takeaway! Empower Your Students (and Teachers) Using A Professional Learning Plan That Sparks Engagement, Fuels Deep Learning, and Ignites Action!https://makemathmoments.com/make-math-moments-district-mentorship-program/ 

Today we speak with Aubrey McKelvey, a 7th & 8th grade teacher from Nashville Tennessee. Like many middle schoolers, Aubrey's students are tuning out and demanding the “fast food” version of math class. Her students want to skip understanding and go directly to the how. In this episode we’ll uncover the real issue behind this lack of engagement and help Aubrey with some next steps. This is another Math Mentoring Moment episode where we talk with a member of the Math Moment Maker Community who is working through problems of practice and together we brainstorm possible next steps and strategies to overcome them.  You’ll Learn Answers To: What to do to help students apply their learning to a new or different context;How to craft a productive struggle that students will want to engage in;Why slowing down and “breadcrumbing” students into your lesson is crucial to spark curiosity and fuel sense making; and,Tips to implement the Curiosity Path in your lessons each day.Resources: Problem Based Math Units Desmos Lessons Illustrative Mathematics Math Is VisualWeeks of Inspirational Math - YouCubed & Jo BoalerNana’s Choclate Milk on DesmosLove the show? Text us your big takeaway! Empower Your Students (and Teachers) Using A Professional Learning Plan That Sparks Engagement, Fuels Deep Learning, and Ignites Action!https://makemathmoments.com/make-math-moments-district-mentorship-program/ 

We speak with Philip Dituri from FiCycle.org about financial literacy: while so important in the real world, but is somehow rarely discussed or taught in schools. Philip shares how we can answer the common question “when will I ever need this in real life?” He shares how teachers can blend their existing curriculum with contextual lessons based in personal finance, and we discuss why we need to prepare students for life, not just tests. You’ll Learn: How we can answer When will I ever need this in real life?How I can blend my curriculum with lessons based in a personal finance context;Why we should be teaching financial literacy and algebra in concert; and,Why we need to prepare students for life - not tests. Resources: Free Lessons on Ficycle.org Life Cycle Theory of Savings: What influences our saving behavior?Explore Make Math Moments Problem Based UnitsLove the show? Text us your big takeaway! Empower Your Students (and Teachers) Using A Professional Learning Plan That Sparks Engagement, Fuels Deep Learning, and Ignites Action!https://makemathmoments.com/make-math-moments-district-mentorship-program/ 

In this episode, Jon & Kyle take a deep dive into how we can make our existing curriculum resources be it a textbook or worksheets into curious lessons that students lean in to learn. Specifically, we’ll be talking about why Sparking Curiosity is such an important part of the Make Math Moments 3-Part Framework and some strategies for the types of problems you might choose to transform. You’ll learn: Why our existing resources need to change, but should not be thrown out;Why curiosity is such an important part of the 3-part Framework and how it not only helps draw in students, but also primes their brains for new learning;How to quickly identify problems from your resources that are easier to transform than others; and,Where you can go to dive even deeper into overhauling your approach to lesson design.What are you waiting for? Let’s dive into this deep dive lesson on Why Our Existing Resources Need To Change & How To Do It Easily! Resources: Register: Transforming Your Textbook Webinar SeriesHow To Flip Your Classroom The Right Way [Podcast Episode]Gorilla Video [Selective Attention] Distance Formula Without The Formula [Lesson]Make Math Moments 3-Part FrameworkProblem Based Math UnitsLove the show? Text us your big takeaway! Empower Your Students (and Teachers) Using A Professional Learning Plan That Sparks Engagement, Fuels Deep Learning, and Ignites Action!https://makemathmoments.com/make-math-moments-district-mentorship-program/ 

We speak with Po-Shen Loh from an American professor of mathematics at Carnegie Mellon University and the national coach of the United States' International Math Olympiad team. Po-Shen shares how he believes - whether teaching in person or online - that we can never take the attention of the student for granted. So how do we craft engaging lessons that can keep the attention of our students when we’re up against TikTok, Instagram, and other modern day distractions? Stick around and dive into this conversation on the Making Math Moments That Matter Podcast with our guest, Po-Shen Loh.You’ll Learn: How to craft engaging online learning experiences that compete with the likes of TikTok and InstagramHow leveraging techniques from improv classes can draw in your audienceHow educators can make small changes to their lesson delivery to make students feel that they are a part of your lesson instead of just a spectatorResources: Poshenloh.com [Po-Shen Loh’s Website]Po-Shen Lo’s Zoom Chat Add-On Connect with @PoShenLoh on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn & YouTubeExplore Make Math Moments Problem Based UnitsJoin The Make Math Moments AcademyLove the show? Text us your big takeaway! Empower Your Students (and Teachers) Using A Professional Learning Plan That Sparks Engagement, Fuels Deep Learning, and Ignites Action!https://makemathmoments.com/make-math-moments-district-mentorship-program/ 

Kyle and Jon speak with Tyson Banker, a senior high school teacher from Calgary, Alberta. Like many of us teachers Tyson wonders how to change his assessment routines and structures without compromising his timelines and content standards. In this chat we share with Tyson some practical ideas that we’ve implemented in our classrooms that help with Tyson’s real struggle. This is another Math Mentoring Moment episode where we talk with a member of the Math Moment Maker Community who is working through problems of practice and together we brainstorm possible next steps and strategies to overcome them. You’ll Learn Answers To: How do I change my assessment practices without blowing up my timelines? How can I create a classroom of thinkers instead of mimickers? Where does practice time fit in my daily lesson? How can I structure my lesson so students perform better on assessments?Resources: Problem Based Tasks: https://makemathmoments.com/tasks/Desmos Lessons: https://teacher.desmos.com The Thinking Classroom: https://buildingthinkingclassrooms.com/podcasts/ Love the show? Text us your big takeaway! Empower Your Students (and Teachers) Using A Professional Learning Plan That Sparks Engagement, Fuels Deep Learning, and Ignites Action!https://makemathmoments.com/make-math-moments-district-mentorship-program/ 

We chat with Nicole Whitty about the importance of big ideas and intentionality when leading your lessons. In this Math Mentoring Moment Episode we dig into how you can learn “who heard what” in your math lesson; why focusing on the intentionality of your problem based lesson will help make more connections during the consolidation of your lesson; and, what you can do when some kids are ‘getting it’ and others aren’t quite there yet.  You’ll Learn: How you can learn “who heard what” in your math lesson;Why focusing on the intentionality of your problem based lesson will help make more connections during the consolidation of your lesson;How to set up your problem based lesson to maximize sense making;What you can do when some kids are ‘getting it’ and others aren’t quite there yet; Resources: Squares To Triangles Unit: https://learn.makemathmoments.com/task/squares-triangles/ Visible Learning: An Interview with John Hattie https://makemathmoments.com/episode35/ Dane Ehlert’s Blog https://whenmathhappens.com/ Make Math Moments Problem Based Units https://learn.makemathmoments.com Love the show? Text us your big takeaway! Empower Your Students (and Teachers) Using A Professional Learning Plan That Sparks Engagement, Fuels Deep Learning, and Ignites Action!https://makemathmoments.com/make-math-moments-district-mentorship-program/ 

In this episode, Jon & Kyle share a reason your math lesson may be coming up short and how you can fix it. Jon & Kyle share their 4 pillars of classroom norms that shape the routines and learning in their math classes and how you can create your pillars! You’ll learn: Why your math lesson might be coming up short;How co-constructing your classroom learning pillars can help with classroom management;How to prevent unproductive classroom behaviour such as excessive cell phone use or general lack of engagement;  limit unproductive.Resources: Make Math Moments 3-Part FrameworkProblem Based Math UnitsLove the show? Text us your big takeaway! Empower Your Students (and Teachers) Using A Professional Learning Plan That Sparks Engagement, Fuels Deep Learning, and Ignites Action!https://makemathmoments.com/make-math-moments-district-mentorship-program/ 

We speak with Lenny VerMaas from Lincoln Nebraska. Lenny has spent 28 years as a middle and high school classroom teacher followed by an additional 16 years working to support math teachers! Lenny shares with us struggles and strategies he’s learned and overcome over the years he’s helped teachers. This is another Math Mentoring Moment episode where we talk with a member of the Math Moment Maker Community who is working through problems of practice and together we brainstorm possible next steps and strategies to overcome them.  You’ll Learn: The importance of students experiencing problem based lessons;How to support teachers when creating and delivering lessons;How to reverse the “I Do, We Do, You Do” teaching model; and,The importance of planning the details that matter when planning lessons.Resources: Find Lenny on Twitter: @lennyvermaasLenny’s Bitly PageVroom, Vroom [Lesson] Make Math Moments Problem Based Units Learn How To “Flip” The Gradual Release of Responsibility Lesson ModelLove the show? Text us your big takeaway! Empower Your Students (and Teachers) Using A Professional Learning Plan That Sparks Engagement, Fuels Deep Learning, and Ignites Action!https://makemathmoments.com/make-math-moments-district-mentorship-program/ 

In this episode, we’ll unpack the real flipped classroom, how to transform a typical lesson into an engaging problem based math lesson. We’ll share how to slowly emerge shortcuts instead of giving them upfront and finally we’ll chat about what to do if students aren’t engaging with the problem based lesson we’ve just transformed! You’ll learn: How to structure your lessons around the”real” flipped classroom; How to transform a typical lesson into an engaging, problem based math lesson; How to slowly emerge the shortcut instead of giving it upfront; What we can do if students aren’t engaging with our problem based lesson; and,What to avoid when planning your lessons. Resources: Make Math Moments 3-Part FrameworkProblem Based Math UnitsStacking Paper Sequel [Lesson]Order Up! [Lesson]Love the show? Text us your big takeaway! Empower Your Students (and Teachers) Using A Professional Learning Plan That Sparks Engagement, Fuels Deep Learning, and Ignites Action!https://makemathmoments.com/make-math-moments-district-mentorship-program/ 

Math Talks, Number Talks, Minilessons, Warm-ups… What are these routines? Is there a difference? If so, what are those differences?In this episode, we’ll unpack what we believe the true elements of a Math Talk are and how you can leverage the power of an effective Math Talk in your classroom to start your next math lesson!You’ll learn: What is a math talk and what Is not a math talk;The Teacher Moves necessary to lead a math talk effectively; Why you should include math talks into your programming; and, What resources exist so I can start tomorrow. Resources: https://Wodb.ca  https://Estimation180.com https://Wouldyourathermath.com  How To Lead A Math Talk Snapshot → https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Np4gGKmspbE https://Mathisvisual.com  https://makemathmoments.com/tasksLove the show? Text us your big takeaway! Empower Your Students (and Teachers) Using A Professional Learning Plan That Sparks Engagement, Fuels Deep Learning, and Ignites Action!https://makemathmoments.com/make-math-moments-district-mentorship-program/ 

In this episode of the Making Math Moments That Matter Podcast, we chat with Steve Leinwand and Eric Milou about strategies to create an Invigorating High School Math program.Steve served as Mathematics Supervisor in the Connecticut Department of Education for 22 years and is a former president of the National Council of Supervisors of Mathematics. In 2021, he was awarded the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics' Lifetime Achievement Award.Eric Milou is Professor of Mathematics at Rowan University in Glassboro, NJ. Eric served as President of the Association of Mathematics Teachers of New Jersey and on the Board of Directors of the National Council of Supervisors of Mathematics.You’ll Learn: Why making shifts in high school math education is required to empower students;What content in our HS curriculum needs to be eliminated and what can replace it;Why 6th grade is harder to teach than calculus; What change you can make tomorrow to make a difference in your career; and, Why the status quo is unacceptable in mathematics education;Resources: Invigorating High School Math: Practical Guidance for Long-Overdue Transformation http://steveleinwand.com/ Love the show? Text us your big takeaway! Empower Your Students (and Teachers) Using A Professional Learning Plan That Sparks Engagement, Fuels Deep Learning, and Ignites Action!https://makemathmoments.com/make-math-moments-district-mentorship-program/ 

In this episode you’ll hear Ryan Kinzler, a 8th grade teacher from Pittsburg discuss his concerns over blending his traditional curriculum resources (such as the textbook) with high impact strategies and problem based lessons. In this discussion Ryan realizes how to feel confident with the choices he makes in the classroom and how small moves will result in big impact. This is another Math Mentoring Moment episode where we talk with a member of the Math Moment Maker Community who is working through problems of practice and together we brainstorm possible next steps and strategies to overcome them.  You’ll Learn: How to stay aligned with your department when your teaching approach varies; How to blend the resources you’ve collected with your curriculum; How to change your pedagogy one lesson at a time; and,How to feel confident about the choices you make in your classroom.Resources: Ryan’s Twitter: @crushTheTurtleG’Day Math by James TantonVisual PatternsWhich One Doesn’t BelongMake Math Moments Problem Based Units Learn How To “Flip” The Gradual Release of Responsibility Lesson ModelLove the show? Text us your big takeaway! Empower Your Students (and Teachers) Using A Professional Learning Plan That Sparks Engagement, Fuels Deep Learning, and Ignites Action!https://makemathmoments.com/make-math-moments-district-mentorship-program/ 

Today on the podcast Jon & Kyle dig into Crafting a Hero’s Journey: The Power of Storytelling in Math Class including why teaching math should be more like telling a story, what elements will help you craft a lesson that plays out like a story to spark curiosity in your students, how to get kids hooked in just like your favourite movies and books, and finally where you can go to learn more and begin crafting your own mathematics program that feels like a book you don’t want to put down.You’ll learn: Why teaching mathematics should be more like telling a story vs. “teaching” with the gradual release of responsibility model;The necessary elements that will help craft a story that sparks curiosity in your students; How you can shape your math lessons so they’re like your favourite addictive movies and books; and,Where you can go to find more on making your math class a story that students won’t want to end.Resources: https://summit.makemathmoments.comhttps://learn.makemathmoments.com/tasks https://makemathmoments.com/hero/ https://makemathmoments.com/framework https://blog.mrmeyer.com/2011/the-three-acts-of-a-mathematical-story/ https://apocketfulofpi.com/coordinating-the-struggle-making-math-moments-week-3/ Love the show? Text us your big takeaway! Empower Your Students (and Teachers) Using A Professional Learning Plan That Sparks Engagement, Fuels Deep Learning, and Ignites Action!https://makemathmoments.com/make-math-moments-district-mentorship-program/ 

On the podcast today we speak with Chrissy Allison. Chrissy is a former middle school math teacher and instructional coach who’s spent the past 7 years supporting school administrators and their coaches to improve teaching and learning through professional learning and instructional coaching. She’s the host of The Mindful Math Podcast, and she works full time as an online coach for school- and district-level math coaches, specialists, and instructional leaders. Stick with us and you will hear ideas, tips, and insights about how to support students with unfinished learning in math. You’ll also hear how to differentiate lessons and tasks to meet students where they are while moving forward with content from the current grade. You’ll Learn: Students with unfinished learning can engage in grade-level workThere are simple ways to differentiate lessons and tasks to meet students where they are while moving forward with content from the current gradeAccelerating unfinished learning is about way more than “filling math gaps.” Oftentimes students have a history of struggling in math class and, as a result, lack confidence in their ability which can look like low motivation and engagement. It’s important to help students in these social-emotional areas as well as with academics.Resources: Increase Access Resource Bundle - 10 Strategies, Planning Guide, Asset-Based vs. Deficit-Based Language ChartSolutions to Unfinished Learning Must Go Beyond Academics - post on Achieve the Core’s Aligned blogT or F? Students With Unfinished Learning Can Access Grade-Level Math - The Mindful Math Podcast Episode 8Bridge to Grade-Level Math Framework - A Proven 5-Step System To Support Students With Unfinished LearningLove the show? Text us your big takeaway! Empower Your Students (and Teachers) Using A Professional Learning Plan That Sparks Engagement, Fuels Deep Learning, and Ignites Action!https://makemathmoments.com/make-math-moments-district-mentorship-program/ 

We’re bringing back two wonderful and hilariously entertaining educators who are passionate about helping parents navigate math education. Hilary Kresiberg and Matthew Beyranevand have co authored a new book for teachers called Partnering With Parents. Stick around and learn how to help parents deal with math anxiety so they can assist their children at home; how to communicate with your parents when starting the school year; how we can communicate our strategies and methodologies with parents so they feel confident; and, how we can help parents with the varying levels of homework students get from year to year or even teacher to teacher. You’ll Learn: How to help parents deal with math anxiety so they can assist their children at home;How to communicate with your parents when starting the school year; How we can communicate our strategies and methodologies with parents so they feel confident; and, How we can help parents with the varying levels of homework students get from year to year or even teacher to teacher.Resources: Partnering With Parents [Book] Adding Parents To The Equation [Book] mathwithmatthew.com @Dr_Kreisberg Love the show? Text us your big takeaway! Empower Your Students (and Teachers) Using A Professional Learning Plan That Sparks Engagement, Fuels Deep Learning, and Ignites Action!https://makemathmoments.com/make-math-moments-district-mentorship-program/ 

Today we speak with Shelley Yearley all about how we can rethink fractions in the mathematics classroom! Shelley is a fellow Ontario educator, researcher and author who has held many roles over her career which you will hear all about today including her most recent role as she has returned to the classroom!Stick with us and you learn why you should focus on unit fractions before rushing to the algorithm for operating with fractions; what the Fraction Learning Pathway is and how it can help you in your classroom; and, why students & many adults struggle with fractions and what we can do about it.You’ll Learn: How we can understand fractions at a deeper level (as educators)Why students & many adults struggle with fractions and what we can do about it.Why you should ask students what they knowWhy you should focus on unit fractions before any operations with fractionsWhat is the Fraction Learning Pathway and how you can use it in your classroom.Resources: Targeted implementation planning supports 4 revised mathematicshttps://www.Mathies.ca https://www.fractionslearningpathways.ca/Rethinking Fractionshttps://twitter.com/shelleyyearly  Love the show? Text us your big takeaway! Empower Your Students (and Teachers) Using A Professional Learning Plan That Sparks Engagement, Fuels Deep Learning, and Ignites Action!https://makemathmoments.com/make-math-moments-district-mentorship-program/ 

In this episode we speak with the great Marilyn Burns. Marilyn  is one of today’s most highly respected mathematics educators. Over the course of more than 55 years, Marilyn has taught children, led professional development sessions, spoken at conferences, contributed to professional journals, written more than a dozen books for children, and created more than 20 professional development resources for teachers and administrators.Stick with us and you learn what assessment really means and how to assess for student learning; how you can integrate one-on-one interviews into your math program and still “teach the curriculum”; what to ask when assessing your students in one-on-one interviews; and, you’ll learn how to become passionate and curious about how students think and reason.You’ll Learn: What assessment really means and how to assess for student learning;How you can integrate one-on-one interviews into your math program and still “teach the curriculum”;Why answers are only the beginning;What to ask when assessing your students in one-on-one interviews; and, How to become passionate and curious about how students think and reason.Resources: https://marilynburnsmath.com/ https://twitter.com/mburnsmath Math Solutions https://mathsolutions.com/ Love the show? Text us your big takeaway! Empower Your Students (and Teachers) Using A Professional Learning Plan That Sparks Engagement, Fuels Deep Learning, and Ignites Action!https://makemathmoments.com/make-math-moments-district-mentorship-program/ 

On today’s episode, we’re excited to dive into how to make the most of the VIRTUAL conferences you attend including how to avoid “death by webinar”!We’ll also be diving into some strategies on how to be more picky when selecting your session plus how to stay more engaged while you’re in them. Finally we’re excited to make a BIG announcement that we know the Math Moment Maker Community is going to love.You’ll learn: How you can make the most of the virtual conferences you attend including how to avoid “death by webinar”; How to be more picky when choosing your sessions; and,We are excited to make an announcement that you’re going to love.Resources: https://makemathmoments.com/summit Doug Clements https://makemathmoments.com/episode103 https://makemathmoments.com/episode133/ https://makemathmoments.com/grade-9-de-streamed-math/ https://makemathmoments.com/episode15/ Love the show? Text us your big takeaway! Empower Your Students (and Teachers) Using A Professional Learning Plan That Sparks Engagement, Fuels Deep Learning, and Ignites Action!https://makemathmoments.com/make-math-moments-district-mentorship-program/ 

That there is Christa Amezcua from Mexico! Christa is a middle school teacher and comes on the show today to talk about what we should do when you’re doubting your teaching approach and strategies. We chat with Christa about a recent interaction she had with a colleague that left her feeling a bit inadequate and we help her focus her efforts so she can build her confidence so she can continue to Make Math MomentsThis is another Math Mentoring Moment episode where we talk with a member of the Math Moment Maker Community who is working through a common math class struggle. Together, we’ll brainstorm some possible next steps and strategies to overcome them. You’ll Learn: How to Convince Colleagues Making Math Moments is Worth it? Why having a partner to share your thinking is absolutely necessary. What data should we look at to feel confident with our teaching methods. Resources: Make Math Moments 3-Part Framework GuidebookProblem Based Lessons & Units of StudyThe Make Math Moments AcademyLove the show? Text us your big takeaway! Empower Your Students (and Teachers) Using A Professional Learning Plan That Sparks Engagement, Fuels Deep Learning, and Ignites Action!https://makemathmoments.com/make-math-moments-district-mentorship-program/ 

As we start/continue another school year during this pandemic we might find ourselves asking: What should I focus on most? How can I help my students get ready for the next grade level? Do I have time to teach through activities or should I just teach with direct instruction? What resources can I use so that I cover the curriculum and still teach deep learning? As we are both practicing educators they have been asking themselves that all summer and have prepared this webinar event to help you answer those exact questions.[This episode is a recording from their free webinar] You’ll learn: Where you fit on the “math class lesson spectrum” and how you can use it to help your students succeed by learning math through sense making; After teaching a year in the pandemic where should we go now, where we should focus our learning; How to find the right balance between a “back to basics” and a “sense making” tug of war; The concept that holds your students back the most and what you can do to address their needs; and, How to help students develop a sense of their own mathematical identity and feel more confident in math class. Resources: https://makemathmoments.com/tasks/https://makemathmoments.com/proportions/Love the show? Text us your big takeaway! Empower Your Students (and Teachers) Using A Professional Learning Plan That Sparks Engagement, Fuels Deep Learning, and Ignites Action!https://makemathmoments.com/make-math-moments-district-mentorship-program/ 

Jon & Kyle share insights on their journey with spiralling their math lessons over the last 8 years. They dive into what spiralling is, why you should consider this structural change in your classes, and how they changed to this model from their mostly traditional approach to math lessons. You’ll also learn what they changed along the way in their journey as well as how to get started so you can save valuable time and maximize this approach. You’ll Learn: How spiralling can help you and your students learn math at a deeper level; How you can get started with spiralling;How you can build retention with your students so the learning sticks; What are the pitfalls of spiralling and how you can avoid them. Resources: https://makemathmoments.com/tasks/ HOW WE LEARN: THE SURPRISING TRUTH ABOUT WHEN, WHERE, AND WHY IT HAPPENS By Benedict CareyMake It Stick: The Science of Successful Learning Hardcover – by Peter C. Brown  (Author), Henry L. Roediger III (Author), Mark A. McDaniel  (Author)Spiralling Mini-Course: https://makemathmoments.com/spiralling-guide/  3 videos to check out and downloadable pdfs to get you startedEpisode #40: How Do I Know When To Proceed Or Pivot My Plan? – [Math Mentoring Moment]Episode #42: How Do I Spiral My Math Standards Without Spiralling Out Of Control! [Part 2 of A Math Mentoring Moment]Love the show? Text us your big takeaway! Empower Your Students (and Teachers) Using A Professional Learning Plan That Sparks Engagement, Fuels Deep Learning, and Ignites Action!https://makemathmoments.com/make-math-moments-district-mentorship-program/ 

We’re speaking with David Alewine in this Math Mentoring Moment Episode. David is home-schooling his twin 6 year olds and doing a fantastic job at weaving different curriculums and resources together to reach his kids and help them with what they need most. David shares his story of how he chose to home-school, the benefits and drawbacks that he faces, and he’s seeking advice from Jon and Kyle about how and when to include “Drill and Kill” lessons! This is another  Math Mentoring Moment episode where we talk with a member of the Math Moment Maker Community who is working through struggles and together we brainstorm possible next steps and strategies to overcome them. You’ll Learn: When is drill and kill appropriate in my math class? How do I structure my math blocks when home-school teaching. How can I help my children learn math and still love math! Resources: The Good and the Beautiful → https://www.goodandbeautiful.com/ Doug Clements & Julie Sarama → https://learningtrajectories.org Cathy Fosnot’s Episode → https://makemathmoments.com/episode24 Dr. Nicki’s Newton’s Episode → https://makemathmoments.com/episode62 Love the show? Text us your big takeaway! Empower Your Students (and Teachers) Using A Professional Learning Plan That Sparks Engagement, Fuels Deep Learning, and Ignites Action!https://makemathmoments.com/make-math-moments-district-mentorship-program/ 

On the podcast today we speak with Lana Steiner about all things assessment! Lana is from the Horizon School Division in Saskatchewan and she’s been working with teachers to deepen their assessment strategies to learn how to capture and rely on observations and conversations in the math classroom. Stick with us and you learn How teachers can rely on their professional judgement to assess students; why Steven Leinwand says “4 Is The Magic Number” When Assessing; why starting with assessment will shift your teaching strategies! Why using analytical rubrics can shift your assessment and teaching practices.You’ll Learn: How teachers can rely on their professional judgement to assess students. Why Steven Leinwand says “4 Is The Magic Number” When Assessing. Why starting with assessment will shift your teaching strategies!Why using analytical rubrics can shift your assessment and teaching practices.How starting your planning process with assessment first can help you teach for deeper. conceptual understanding. Resources: A Saskatchewan Mathematics ResourceGrowing Success Document Dylan Wiliam’s WebsiteLana’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/LanaSteiner4 Love the show? Text us your big takeaway! Empower Your Students (and Teachers) Using A Professional Learning Plan That Sparks Engagement, Fuels Deep Learning, and Ignites Action!https://makemathmoments.com/make-math-moments-district-mentorship-program/ 

In this episode Kyle and Jon dive deep into a problem based task and unpack it so you can make math moments every day in your classroom. You’ll Learn: The teacher moves we need to make before starting a task with our students; The elements that are necessary to build a great problem based lesson;What a problem based unit looks like over the course of 5 days; and,Where purposeful practice fits in to your lesson. Resources: https://makemathmoments.com/tasks/Love the show? Text us your big takeaway! Empower Your Students (and Teachers) Using A Professional Learning Plan That Sparks Engagement, Fuels Deep Learning, and Ignites Action!https://makemathmoments.com/make-math-moments-district-mentorship-program/ 

We chat with Jordan Rappaport - a teacher from Toronto, Ontario. Jordan’s journey stretches from traditional teacher to Make Math Moment Academy member to regional presenter and most recently, a new member of the Make Math Moments Curriculum Writing Team. In this episode Jordan shares his expertise on how to begin the transformation from an “I do, we do, you do” lesson structure to a problem based lesson format, where and how to get started with problem based lessons, and he shares a strategy you can use to ensure you meet the needs of all students in your classroom. You’ll Learn: How to begin the transformation from an “I do, we do, you do” lesson structure to a problem based lesson format.Where to get started with problem based lessons?How to get excited about teaching mathematics every day.A strategy you can use to help meet the needs of all students in your classroom during a problem based lesson.Resources: Math Class Needs a Makeover5 Principles of Extraordinary Math Teaching - Dan Finkel [VIDEO]Donut Delight [Multiplication Problem Based Unit]R2D2 Sticky Notes [3 Act Math Task]Taco Cart | Desmos Taco Truck - Dan MeyerHow Much Does The Aluminum Foil Prank Cost? - Robert Kaplinsky TaskMake Math Moments 3-Part Framework GuidebookProblem Based Lessons & Units of StudyThe Make Math Moments AcademyReach out to Jordan:Twitter: @jrappaport27Email: [email protected] the show? Text us your big takeaway! Empower Your Students (and Teachers) Using A Professional Learning Plan That Sparks Engagement, Fuels Deep Learning, and Ignites Action!https://makemathmoments.com/make-math-moments-district-mentorship-program/ 

On the podcast today we speak with Isis Spann on why building a strong home-school relationship is important to ensure all students can achieve at high levels! Isis is an early years educator dedicated to helping families get a “leg up” when it comes to helping their children with math. She shares her thoughts on the best tools for connecting with families; how we can elevate the importance of numeracy in the home; and, strategies to build mathematics into what we are already doing at home. Let’s GO!You’ll Learn: WHat’s the best tool for connecting with families? Why building a strong home-school relationship is important to ensure all students can achieve at high levels.Do some of the families of your students not care or simply not having the resources or the understanding of what to do to help?How we can help give a “leg up” to families of our students.Strategies to build mathematics into what we are already doing at homeHow we can elevate the importance of numeracy in the home. Resources: https://www.Isisspann.com Fundamentals of Learning [YouTube Channel]https://mathbeforebed.comDr. Nicki Newton [Website]Episode #62: Learning Trajectories & Running Records With Dr. Nicki NewtonEpisode #103: Learning and Teaching Early Math: An Interview With Dr. Doug Clementshttps://www.twitter.com/fun_oflearning Love the show? Text us your big takeaway! Empower Your Students (and Teachers) Using A Professional Learning Plan That Sparks Engagement, Fuels Deep Learning, and Ignites Action!https://makemathmoments.com/make-math-moments-district-mentorship-program/ 

We’re back for our third installment of our How To Start The School Year Off right! In this episode Kyle and Jon share their tips and strategies on how to prepare for the coming school year from the first day all the way to the last. In episode 36 and episode 88 we’ve shared the activities you could do in the first week to build the classroom culture that is needed to fuel the thinking you want your students to do all year. In this episode we share what structural pieces you’ll need to prepare to keep thinking and growth going all year for your students. You’ll Learn: How to set the stage to inspire curiosity throughout the school year; What your classroom could look like after the first week of school; How often we should use problem based lessons;What structures we need in place to sustain thinking in our classroom all year;How to achieve spaced practice and learning vs massed practice and learning; and,How do I prepare to assess my students for growth. Resources: How to Start the School Year Off Right [Episode 36]How To Start The School Year Off Right From A Distance [Episode 88]Proportions Course → The Concept Holding Your Students Back → Module 1 is open now for preview. https://makemathmoments.com/proportions-course/https://makemathmoments.com/tasks/https://learn.makemathmoments.com/task/planting-flowers Love the show? Text us your big takeaway! Empower Your Students (and Teachers) Using A Professional Learning Plan That Sparks Engagement, Fuels Deep Learning, and Ignites Action!https://makemathmoments.com/make-math-moments-district-mentorship-program/ 

Today we speak with Nick Rhodes who has been teaching online in one of the largest cyber schools in America. Nick shares his story from transforming from a rock band front man to working in accounting to teaching math to being a founding member of our Make Math Moments Academy to becoming a rockstar online teacher! Nick wonders how to adjust his assessment practices so they line up with his problem based approach to teaching. This is another  Math Mentoring Moment episode where we talk with a member of the Math Moment Maker Community who is working through struggles and together we brainstorm possible next steps and strategies to overcome them. You’ll Learn: How to morph your existing assessment practices to align with problem-based teaching; How Desmos can be utilized when teaching solely online; How to choose technology to maximize learning; How to use observations, conversations and products to assess students; and, How can we use standards based grading when promoting growth. Resources: No Bikes Allowed! [Make Math Moments Problem Based Task] Are You Picky Enough? [Make Math Moments Online Course]Make Math Moments Online Workshop [12-Week, Self-Paced Online Course]Assessment For Growth - OPEN ACCESS TO MODULE 1 [Make Math Moments Online Course]The 3 Act Math Task Beginners GuideMake Math Moments 3-Part FrameworkA Hero’s Journey In Math ClassLove the show? Text us your big takeaway! Empower Your Students (and Teachers) Using A Professional Learning Plan That Sparks Engagement, Fuels Deep Learning, and Ignites Action!https://makemathmoments.com/make-math-moments-district-mentorship-program/ 

On the podcast today we speak with Norma Gordon on how you can create a less stressful math classroom through mindfulness. Norma has successfully transformed her classroom and helped numerous teachers embed mindfulness in their routines. Stick around and you’ll hear Norma walk us through a mindfulness activity and share how to add mindfulness to your mathematics classroom, how to connect mindfulness to the math practice standards, why you need to use the Focus Five in your class; and how you can use Mathitations to help educators and students integrate mindfulness in their classes. You’ll Learn: How to add mindfulness to your mathematics classroom;How to connect mindfulness to the math practice standards;Why you need to use the Focus Five in your class; and,How you can use Mathitations to help educators and students integrate mindfulness in their classes. Resources: CASEL framework; CASEL-5 UTDana Center/Insidemathematics.orghttps://normabgordon.com/mindfulness-in-math  From Burnout to Brilliance: Creating Inclusive Learning Spaces [Workshop]https://twitter.com/normabgordon Headspace AppCalm AppLove the show? Text us your big takeaway! Empower Your Students (and Teachers) Using A Professional Learning Plan That Sparks Engagement, Fuels Deep Learning, and Ignites Action!https://makemathmoments.com/make-math-moments-district-mentorship-program/ 

In this episode of the Making Math Moments That Matter Podcast, Jon and Kyle discuss 5 Tips to Guide You to Summer Growth. These tips are great ways to take your mathematics professional development into your own hands while not interfering with all of the important aspects that go with our well deserved summer vacations: family, friends, rest and relaxation. Go ahead and hit that play button and be sure to check out the resources section to access all of the links to get you started!What you’ll learn: How to maximize your summer vacation while still learning with podcasts; Which courses will give you pedagogical power as well as moving you up the pay scale; Which book tops our summer reading list; and, How to stay relaxed so you’re ready for the school start up! Resources:4 Tips to Start The School Year Off Right https://makemathmoments.com/start-year-right/ How to Start The School Year Off Right [Podcast] https://makemathmoments.com/episode36...Start Off Right During COVID-19 [Podcast] https://makemathmoments.com/episode88Revisionist History Podcast https://www.pushkin.fm/show/revisionist-history/ Invest Ed Podcast  https://www.ruleoneinvesting.com/podcast/ Take a Course With Us Over 30 Days For Free https://makemathmoments.com/academyhttps://makemathmoments.com/proportionsThe Ultimate Book List For Math Educators https://makemathmoments.com/booksAtomic Habits - James Clear [Book]Quiet - Susan Cain [Book]Make Math Moments Tasks / Units Sowing Seeds [5 Day Division Unit] https://learn.makemathmoments.com/task/sowing-seeds  Love the show? Text us your big takeaway! Empower Your Students (and Teachers) Using A Professional Learning Plan That Sparks Engagement, Fuels Deep Learning, and Ignites Action!https://makemathmoments.com/make-math-moments-district-mentorship-program/ 

Today we speak with Christina Michaels - a teacher for over 24 years from Tucson Arizona. Christina has just taken our online course The Concept Holding Your Students Back: Unlocking the Key Understanding of Proportional Reasoning and is implementing many of the strategies she has learned. The pebble in Christina’s shoe is around the question: “When is the right time to show my students a model that they can use to represent their thinking?” This is another  Math Mentoring Moment episode where we talk with a member of the Math Moment Maker Community who is working through struggles and together we brainstorm possible next steps and strategies to overcome them. You’ll Learn: When is the right time to introduce that model for thinking;How do I push the complexity on a problem so students see the usefulness of the mathematics being learned; What tasks are useful for teaching ratios and proportions; and, How do I take my own learning on proportional reasoning to the next level so I can support my students. Resources: Perfect Purple Paint I [Illustrative Mathematics Task]Perfect Purple Paint II [Illustrative Mathematics Task]Hot Chocolate [Make Math Moments 6 Day Problem Based Unit]The Concept Holding Your Students Back [Make Math Moments Course]Love the show? Text us your big takeaway! Empower Your Students (and Teachers) Using A Professional Learning Plan That Sparks Engagement, Fuels Deep Learning, and Ignites Action!https://makemathmoments.com/make-math-moments-district-mentorship-program/ 

Today we bring on our old friend Alex Overwijk from Ottawa Ontario who shares his teaching journey and transformation from a pretty typical high school math teacher to an engaging activity based thinking classroom advocate! In our discussion we learn the answers to how to engage your students with activity based learning, why finding a teaching partner who is willing to make change with you is so important, why you should be “all in” on a Thinking Classroom, how to draw senior students in to your lesson when the concepts are abstract, and why we should assess and evaluate with more than single unit tests.You’ll Learn: How to engage your students with activity based learning. Why finding a teaching partner who is willing to make change with you is so importantWhy you should be “all in” on a Thinking Classroom. How to draw senior students into your lesson when the concepts are abstract. Why we should assess and evaluate with more than single unit tests.Resources: World Freehand Circle Drawing Champion26 squaresEpisode 35 – Visible Learning: An Interview with John HattieEpisode 30 - The Most Effective PD You’re Not DoingSlamDunkMath.comTwitter https://twitter.com/alexoverwijkLove the show? Text us your big takeaway! Empower Your Students (and Teachers) Using A Professional Learning Plan That Sparks Engagement, Fuels Deep Learning, and Ignites Action!https://makemathmoments.com/make-math-moments-district-mentorship-program/ 

Today we have a special treat for your ears! We recently held a live panel discussion at the annual OAME Conference (Ontario Association of Mathematics) on de-streaming the grade 9 math program here in Ontario with some pretty special guests! We were honoured to host Dr. Christine Suurtamm who is a Professor of Mathematics Education at the University of Ottawa, Hema Khodai, an Instructional Resource Teacher with Peel District School Board, Mark Chubb, a classroom teacher and past instructional coach, and finally Jason To who is a Coordinator for Secondary Mathematics and Academic Pathways with the TDSB. In this deep discussion we discuss the benefits of de-tracking or de-streaming as it helps to break down barriers that prevent marginalized students from an equal opportunity to succeed, thrive, and reach their full potential. You’ll Learn: What our panelists are looking forward to most for this first year of de-streamed grade 9 mathematics?Some of the common challenges educators are concerned about with the introduction of an untracked grade 9 mathematics curriculum.How we can work towards meeting the needs of all learners in a de-streamed program. What supports the Ministry of Education, districts, schools and other education stakeholders can put in place to support teachers in making this move forward.How we might shift our assessment and evaluation practices to better promote an assessment for learning culture.Resources: Make Math Moments 3-Part Framework GuidebookProblem Based Lessons & Units of StudyThe Make Math Moments AcademyLove the show? Text us your big takeaway! Empower Your Students (and Teachers) Using A Professional Learning Plan That Sparks Engagement, Fuels Deep Learning, and Ignites Action!https://makemathmoments.com/make-math-moments-district-mentorship-program/ 

Today we speak with Caitlyn Sloan, a high school geometry teacher who is currently in the role of leading a math support class for students who require additional support. In this conversation, you’ll hear Caitlyn reflect on her challenge to stay true to her investigative, problem based approach to teaching mathematics given that her students have been pre-taught to mimick the rules, steps, and procedures. Listen in to see how she might be able to bridge the gap! This is another  Math Mentoring Moment episode where we talk with a member of the Math Moment Maker Community who is working through struggles and together we brainstorm possible next steps and strategies to overcome them. You’ll Learn: How to help fuel sensemaking when students resist. How can we sneak in the conceptual understanding when students have already been given a formula or algorithm. How a support teacher can bridge a pedagogical teaching gap so students can feel successful. Resources: Building Thinking Classrooms - Peter Liljedahl [Book]Eye to Eye [Trigonometry Problem Based Lesson]Love the show? Text us your big takeaway! Empower Your Students (and Teachers) Using A Professional Learning Plan That Sparks Engagement, Fuels Deep Learning, and Ignites Action!https://makemathmoments.com/make-math-moments-district-mentorship-program/ 

Today we speak with Theresa Wills, the author of the new book Teaching Math At A Distance. Theresa is an assistant professor of mathematics of education at George Mason University and a past middle school math teacher. Stick around to hear how to run math routines online with success, optimal strategies for engaging students online, how we collaborate online in meaningful ways, how we can use the 5 Practices for Orchestrating Productive Mathematical Discussion in an online space, and guidelines for creating rich online interactions in math class. You’ll Learn: How to run math routines online with success;Optimal strategies for engaging students online; How we collaborate online in meaningful ways;How we can use the 5 Practices for Orchestrating Productive Mathematical Discussion in an online space; and,Guidelines for creating rich online interactions in math class;Resources: https://www.theresawills.com/ Teaching Math At A Distance [Book] 5 Practices for Orchestrating Productive Discussions in MathematicsLove the show? Text us your big takeaway! Empower Your Students (and Teachers) Using A Professional Learning Plan That Sparks Engagement, Fuels Deep Learning, and Ignites Action!https://makemathmoments.com/make-math-moments-district-mentorship-program/ 

Today we speak with Thomasenia Lott Adams from the University of Florida --- Go Gators! Thomasenia is a mathematics teacher educator/researcher with numerous accolations for teaching and the work she does with pre-service teachers. We speak with Tomasenia today about how we can use students’ cultural capital to empower learning, why promoting student voice is so important in math class, and why increasing the number of meaningful “touch points” in math class helps amplify student voice.You’ll Learn: How we can use students' cultural capital to empower learning in the math classroom;Why promoting student voice in the math classroom is so important;How you can strengthen mathematics literacy in your classroom. Why increasing the number of meaningful “touch points” in math class helps amplify student voice?Resources: NCTM → https://www.nctm.org/NCSM → https://www.mathedleadership.org/ Solution Tree Book Series DNAMath → http://www.dnamath.com/Love the show? Text us your big takeaway! Empower Your Students (and Teachers) Using A Professional Learning Plan That Sparks Engagement, Fuels Deep Learning, and Ignites Action!https://makemathmoments.com/make-math-moments-district-mentorship-program/ 

Today we speak with Tom Marker, a 14 year veteran sixth grade teacher from Ohio! Tom reached out to us to tackle the big struggle of trying to convince his students to avoid rushing to standard algorithms and instead value strategies that can be more meaningful outside the classroom. This is another Math Mentoring Moment episode where we talk with a member of the Math Moment Maker Community who is working through struggles and together we brainstorm possible next steps and strategies to overcome them. You’ll Learn: The right balance is between conceptual and procedural strategies. How can we manage differing student strategies;How to avoid rushing to the algorithm without devaluing this approach from a student; and,How calculators can hinder your quest to avoid the rush to the algorithm. Resources: Make Math Moments TasksWooly Worms Race [Fractions 6 Day Problem Based Unit]Snack Time [Fractions 5 Day Problem Based Unit]Adding It Up [Book]Hour Glass Multiples [Lesson on MrOrr-IsAGeek.com]The Concept Holding Your Students Back [An Online PD Course]Love the show? Text us your big takeaway! Empower Your Students (and Teachers) Using A Professional Learning Plan That Sparks Engagement, Fuels Deep Learning, and Ignites Action!https://makemathmoments.com/make-math-moments-district-mentorship-program/ 

Today we speak with Liesl McConchie! Liesl is a former math teacher with nearly 20 years of experience training school leaders and teachers across the globe. She has partnered with over 300 schools to implement the science behind what really improves achievement for all students as well as co-authored two books on brain science and learning. In our discussion we learn the answers to what is brain-based learning and why we need to use it in our teaching; why there’s no such thing as a motivated student or an unmotivated student; and, how to use brain science to boost student motivation. You’ll Learn: What is Brain-Based Learning and why we need to use it in our teaching. Why there’s no such thing as a motivated student or an unmotivated student. How to use brain science to boost student motivation. Resources: http://lieslmcconchie.com/http://lieslmcconchie.com/books/ ← Brain-Based Learning BooksOnline Workshop ← https://grassrootsworkshops.com/workshops/how-to-use-brain-science-to-boost-student-motivation Love the show? Text us your big takeaway! Empower Your Students (and Teachers) Using A Professional Learning Plan That Sparks Engagement, Fuels Deep Learning, and Ignites Action!https://makemathmoments.com/make-math-moments-district-mentorship-program/ 

Today we speak with  Jason Garner, a veteran teacher of 13 years and currently teaching 5th grade. Jason has been diving deep into changing his classroom over the last year. He’s taken the Making Math Moments That Matter Workshop and is currently applying what he’s learned with great success. He chats with us about how to take his learning to the next level. This is another  Math Mentoring Moment episode where we talk with a member of the Math Moment Maker Community who is working through struggles and together we brainstorm possible next steps and strategies to overcome them. You’ll LearnThe most important thing when choosing a task for your class; How to effectively use the curiosity path; Where to look for problem based lessons and full units; Why you should enroll in the Making Math Moments That Matter Online Workshop.ResourcesMathematical Mindsets [Book] learn.makemathmoments.com/tasksThe Making Math Moments That Matter Online WorkshopShow notes: https://makemathmoments.com/episode127/Love the show? Text us your big takeaway! Empower Your Students (and Teachers) Using A Professional Learning Plan That Sparks Engagement, Fuels Deep Learning, and Ignites Action!https://makemathmoments.com/make-math-moments-district-mentorship-program/ 

Today we speak with George Garza - a high school teacher who strives to make a difference in his students' lives is struggling with engagement, pacing, and reaching his students who are falling behind. In this conversation you’ll hear George reflect on his practice and realize where he needs to focus his efforts. Stay with us to hear his epiphany! This is another  Math Mentoring Moment episode where we talk with a member of the Math Moment Maker Community who is working through struggles and together we brainstorm possible next steps and strategies to overcome them. You’ll Learn: How to Help Students At Varying Levels.How do I structure my lessons early in the course so students become better problem solvers?How can I use the curiosity pathway in my classroom? Resources: Desmos.comProgression of Multiplication Bob Marzano’s AcademyCPM Curriculum Curiosity PathwayLove the show? Text us your big takeaway! Empower Your Students (and Teachers) Using A Professional Learning Plan That Sparks Engagement, Fuels Deep Learning, and Ignites Action!https://makemathmoments.com/make-math-moments-district-mentorship-program/