Transform Math Class into a Community of Problem Solvers
In this blog post and podcast episode you’ll get a glimpse at a research based instructional strategy that can empower your students. We will cover why research based instructional strategies for math can help students be proficient in math. The hype of the podcast Sold a Story has created a buzz around schools, education circles, […]
Self assessment for students examples inside this blog post & podcast episode will help you get started with self assessment for students. Self assessment is a key skill to enabling students to be self aware and engaged in their learning process. As teachers we’ve been through the self assessment process so often we sometimes forget […]
Listen to the whole episode of Giving Students Feedback 4 Tips from my Elementary Classroom here Giving students feedback is complex. Most of the time giving students feedback is the last thing on our to-do list. Let’s face it, we have a lot on our plates! Consider for a moment a time when someone gave […]
Teacher gift ideas for Christmas for YOUR kids, your kid’s classroom, and more! Below you’ll find my favorite math books, gifts for the classroom and math related gifts for your own kids! Below you’ll find Gift ideas for… Math Teacher Gift Ideas for Christmas 1 Base Ten Block Magnets These are perfect for modeling addition […]
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4 Secrets to Increase Engagement with Student Centered Math Warm Ups One simple step to make your classroom more engaged is by using student centered math warm ups. Often teachers think warm ups have to be review or rote activities. Instead, student centered math warm ups can engage students in deep thinking at the start […]
What is a Student Centered Math Classroom? A student centered math classroom is complex, yet simple. The main point… the students are doing the work– the thinking, doing, exploring, figuring out. The teacher is the guide on the side in that exploration and sense making. “Teachers are the Guide on the Side, not the Sage […]
Students engagement strategies in math discussions start with reflecting on what engagement means to you. Then, get a clear criteria of engagement ready to share with your students. Finally, consider how you’ll build your students capacity to be engaged. Students engagement strategies shouldn’t be about compliance, but instead about building students’ to self monitor their engagement.
