Transform Math Class into a Community of Problem Solvers
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 […]
🧠 Overwhelmed by Your Math Block? You’re Not Alone. Have you ever stared at your lesson plans, pacing guide, and testing calendar and wondered: How am I supposed to fit all of this in? If so, this episode was made for you. Host Mona Iehl, math coach and creator of Word Problem Workshop, helps you […]
✏️ Feeling Burnt Out from Planning Five Versions of the Same Lesson? If you’re trying to reach every student by creating multiple versions of your math lesson—this episode is for you. Host Mona Iehl, math coach and creator of Word Problem Workshop, shows you how to differentiate effectively without doubling your workload. The secret? One […]
💬 Why SEL Belongs in Your Math Block In today’s episode, Mona welcomes special education teacher and SEL expert Allie Szczecinski to unpack a topic that’s often overlooked in math: social emotional learning (SEL). With over 15 years of experience and a brand-new book, Their Best Behavior, Allie shares how weaving SEL into your math […]
