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In today’s episode, we’re diving into a powerful strategy for increasing student engagement: mathematical discourse. If you’ve ever struggled to get your students talking about math, this episode is for you! I’ll be sharing practical tips on how to use the 5 Practices for Orchestrating Productive Mathematical Discussions to encourage deeper understanding and active participation in your classroom.

💡In This Episode, We’ll Cover:

• The Power of Math Discourse: Why fostering student conversations about math is essential for their learning and engagement.
• The 5 Practices:
  • Anticipating: How to predict student responses before the lesson begins to guide your planning.
  • Monitoring: Techniques for observing and supporting student thinking during the lesson.
  • Selecting: Strategies for choosing which student responses to highlight to enrich the class discussion.
  • Sequencing: How to order student work presentations to maximize learning.
  • Connecting: Methods for tying together different student strategies to emphasize key concepts.
• Implementing the Practices: Step-by-step advice on how to start small with these practices and gradually build them into your teaching routine.
• Overcoming Challenges: Solutions for common obstacles, like reluctant participation and managing time effectively during discussions.

Why Math Discourse Matters:

• How structured discussions can boost critical thinking, problem-solving, and collaboration among your students.
• Tips for creating a classroom environment where every student feels comfortable sharing their thoughts and ideas.

📙Resources Mentioned:

• 5 Practices for Orchestrating Productive Mathematical Discussions by Margaret Smith and Mary Kay Stein

This podcast is a member of the Teach Better Podcast Network. Better Today. Better Tomorrow. And the Podcasts to Help You Get There.

Connect with Kristen:

• Follow on Instagram @moorethanjustx
• Join the Facebook Community: The Modern Math Teachers Movement

More About the Modern Math Teacher Podcast

Kristen Moore, classroom teacher and instructional coach at Moore Than Just X, empowers modern secondary math teachers to transform the student experience with the strategies and the confidence to implement project-based learning, mastery-based assessment, and student engagement strategies in their classrooms.

Whether you're a math education newbie or a seasoned veteran, you'll find something new and inspiring in every episode. You’re already a listener, why not join the Movement inside ✨The Modern Math Teachers Movement Facebook group. Join the community of math teachers who are not afraid to shake things up and make math class the best part of the day for our students. So tune in each Tuesday, have some fun, and let's elevate our math teaching game together!

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Today, we’re tackling a topic that can truly transform your classroom—Project-Based Learning (PBL). If the idea of PBL feels daunting, don’t worry! In this episode, I’m breaking it down into simple, manageable steps so you can start incorporating PBL into your lessons without feeling overwhelmed.

💡In This Episode, We’ll Cover:

• What PBL Really Is: A straightforward introduction to Project-Based Learning and why it’s more than just another teaching trend.
• Getting Started with PBL:
  • Begin with a Mini-Project: How to introduce PBL with a small, manageable project, like using linear models to track growth or speed.
  • Integrate PBL Elements: Tips on adding a PBL twist to your existing lessons without reinventing the wheel, like turning a lesson on systems of equations into a business planning project.
  • Use Ready-Made Resources: How the Project Based Algebra Teachers membership can save you time with ready-to-go projects like “Save for Success,” where students plan their future careers.

Why PBL Is Worth It:

• The benefits of PBL for both students and teachers, from boosting student engagement to making classroom management easier.
• How PBL encourages critical thinking, problem-solving, and collaboration, all while lightening your planning load in the long run.

Practical Tips for PBL Success:

• Aligning projects with your curriculum standards so PBL fits naturally into your teaching.
• Breaking down projects into manageable milestones with clear timelines to keep students on track.

💻Resources Mentioned:

• Gold Standard Project Planner
• Pitch Profit Project
• Project Based Algebra Teachers Membership

This podcast is a member of the Teach Better Podcast Network. Better Today. Better Tomorrow. And the Podcasts to Help You Get There.

Connect with Kristen:

• Follow on Instagram @moorethanjustx
• Join the Facebook Community: The Modern Math Teachers Movement

More About the Modern Math Teacher Podcast

Kristen Moore, classroom teacher and instructional coach at Moore Than Just X, empowers modern secondary math teachers to transform the student experience with the strategies and the confidence to implement project-based learning, mastery-based assessment, and student engagement strategies in their classrooms.

Whether you're a math education newbie or a seasoned veteran, you'll find something new and inspiring in every episode. You’re already a listener, why not join the Movement inside ✨The Modern Math Teachers Movement Facebook group. Join the community of math teachers who are not afraid to shake things up and make math class the best part of the day for our students. So tune in each Tuesday, have some fun, and let's elevate our math teaching game together!

*Amazon orders may provide a small affiliate payout at no extra cost to you. These payouts help keep the podcast free for all!

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Today we’re diving into a topic that’s near and dear to every math teacher’s heart—engaging students with real-world math applications. We’ve all heard the classic, “When am I ever going to need this?” question, and today, I’m here to give you the tools to answer that in a way that not only satisfies your students but also sparks their interest in math.

In This Episode, We’ll Cover:

• Why Connecting Math to the Real World Matters: How real-world applications can transform even the most disengaged students into active learners.
• Resources to Support You: From free problem-solving tasks by Math Medic to AI tools like ChatGPT and Khanmigo, we’ll explore ways to quickly integrate real-world math into your lessons.
• Practical Examples: Easy-to-implement activities like “Budgeting for a Trip” and sports statistics analysis that bring math to life.
• Tips to Get Started: How to start small, connect to current events, and involve your students in the learning process.

Resources Mentioned:

• Math Medic
• ChatGPT
• Khanmigo
• Project Based Algebra Teachers Membership

🎉 Special Offer: Founders pricing for the Project Based Algebra Teachers membership ends this Friday! Don’t miss out on locking in your access to a treasure trove of real-world math projects and activities.

This podcast is a member of the Teach Better Podcast Network. Better Today. Better Tomorrow. And the Podcasts to Help You Get There.

Connect with Kristen:

• Follow on Instagram @moorethanjustx
• Join the Facebook Community: The Modern Math Teachers Movement

More About the Modern Math Teacher Podcast

Kristen Moore, classroom teacher and instructional coach at Moore Than Just X, empowers modern secondary math teachers to transform the student experience with the strategies and the confidence to implement project-based learning, mastery-based assessment, and student engagement strategies in their classrooms.

Whether you're a math education newbie or a seasoned veteran, you'll find something new and inspiring in every episode. You’re already a listener, why not join the Movement inside ✨The Modern Math Teachers Movement Facebook group. Join the community of math teachers who are not afraid to shake things up and make math class the best part of the day for our students. So tune in each Tuesday, have some fun, and let's elevate our math teaching game together!

*Amazon orders may provide a small affiliate payout at no extra cost to you. These payouts help keep the podcast free for all!