Transform Math Class into a Community of Problem Solvers
Launch Word Problems So Every Student Can Start Solving It’s a common belief: “My students can’t read, so they need to master simple math first before tackling word problems.” But what if this thinking is actually holding students back? In this episode, we challenge the unproductive idea that kids must learn the basics first, and […]
What If Slowing Down Is the Secret to Speeding Up in Math? You’ve probably heard the saying “Go slow to go fast” — but what does that actually look like in a math classroom? In this episode, we’re tackling one of the biggest challenges teachers face: balancing the pacing guide with the reality of diverse […]
Surviving Back-to-School Chaos It’s back-to-school season, and if you’re running on caffeine and sheer willpower, this episode is for you. The copy machine is acting up, your prep time is shrinking, and yet, you’re slowly building something amazing with your new class. In today’s episode, we’ll talk about launching word problems in math from the […]
Why the “I’m Bad at Math” Mindset Holds Students Back If you’ve ever had a student say, “I’m just not a math person”, you know how powerful that belief can be. Math identity is how students see themselves in relation to math. It can either open the door to learning or slam it shut. In […]
Welcome Back to Math Chat Podcast Starting the school year can feel overwhelming—but what if teaching routines didn’t have to be boring? In this episode, I’m showing you how to set up essential classroom routines and build a strong classroom community right from day one. You’ll walk away with ideas you can use immediately to […]
🎙️ Stop Putting Out Fires: Use Proactive Math Classroom Management Strategies If your math block feels more like crowd control than joyful problem solving, this episode is for you. We’re talking about how proactive math classroom management strategies can help you stop reacting to behavior and start building a smooth, focused learning environment where students […]
Using a Student-Centered Math Approach Have you ever felt like every new math strategy or program is just more to juggle? From colorful problem-solving cards to trendy new resources, it’s easy to feel like you’re constantly adding to your plate — without seeing deeper learning stick. In this episode, Mona Iehl shares how she stopped […]
💫 Astrology, Algebra, and Identity in Math Education What do horoscopes and homework have in common? More than you think—especially in the world of inclusive math education. In this episode, Mona sits down with Vanessa Vakharia, aka The Math Guru, to talk about smashing stereotypes, redefining math identity, and using creativity (yes, even astrology!) to […]
