Transform Math Class into a Community of Problem Solvers
🎙️ Building Thriving Math Communities with Kendra What does it really look like when students thrive in math? In this inspiring episode, Kendra shares how to build thriving math communities — classrooms where every child feels seen, confident, and ready to learn. She brings practical ideas and joyful strategies that help teachers create connection, purpose, […]
Each of us has a Math Story.Some stories are good. Some, not so much.Maybe yours began with racing to be the fastest in “Around the World,” or memorizing steps to get the answer first. Maybe it’s standing at the board while the teacher asks the class, “Are they right?” — even though everyone, including you, […]
🎙️ Rethinking Math Education with John SanGiovanni Math education is changing fast — and few people are leading that change more thoughtfully than John SanGiovanni, a math educator, district leader, and author of numerous influential books. In this episode of our math education podcast, John shares the conversations we should be having about teaching math […]
🎉 Launch Day: The Word Problem Workshop Book Is Finally Here! It’s finally here — the Word Problem Workshop book has arrived! In this exciting launch-day episode, we’re celebrating the journey, the inspiration, and the mission behind the book. If you’ve ever wanted students to truly understand math and see themselves as problem solvers, you’ll […]
Behind the Pages of Word Problem Workshop: A Conversation with Kassia In this special episode of Math Chat, we sit down with Kassia, the talented editor behind Word Problem Workshop. Kassia’s expertise was crucial in shaping the book, transforming it from an idea into a powerful resource for teachers. Want to know what went on […]
🎙️ Behind the Scenes of Word Problem Workshop: The Story, the Struggle, and the Spark So, I’m sitting here with my coffee, thinking about how wild it feels that Word Problem Workshop is finally real — a book you can actually hold. Before it officially hits shelves, I wanted to share behind the scenes. Why […]
Classroom Vibe: A Glimpse Into Mark Golden’s Math Classroom Imagine walking into a math class where learning isn’t just about solving problems—it’s a lively discussion. In Mark Golden’s classroom, especially during Word Problem Workshop (WPW), students engage actively, ask questions, and challenge each other’s ideas. The classroom buzzes with energy, as students collaborate on real-world […]
Planning for WPW: A Step-by-Step Guide to Transforming Your Math Lessons In this Math Chat episode, we explore how to plan math lessons that engage students in deeper thinking and problem-solving. Instead of focusing on what students will do, we shift to how they’ll solve math problems. Ready to transform your lesson planning? Keep reading! […]
