January 2022 Archives - Mona Math

17: Four Ways to Keep Students Engaged Through Purposeful Planning

Mona — Tue, 01 Feb 2022 02:17:00 +0000

Today we will chat about how you can be purposeful in your planning for math discussions. Starting with the big goal (the standard) and working down to the questions you’ll ask! They are all connected to your plan.

In this episode you will learn:

Start with the end in mind, by knowing the math deeply.
4 ways to plan that help you know the math & create a purposeful plan for math discussions

Fun fact!! I live in Chicago, right next to the train. You’ll hear it a few times in the recording

Links Mentioned in the Episode:

Guide to Engaging Math Discussions

Related Resources:

Unpacking Standards Training

Download your free Guide to Engaging Math Discussions

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16: What is a Math Discussion? A Clear Definition to Work From (Part 1)

Mona — Tue, 25 Jan 2022 02:14:00 +0000

Let’s get real clear on the question… what is a math discussion? This is the first episode our Math Discussions Series! So, let’s call this part 1 of Math Discussions!

In this episode you will learn:

The aspects of a high quality math discussion
4 ways to get started with math discussions in your classroom today!

Fun fact!! I live in Chicago, right next to the train. You’ll hear it a few times in the recording

Links Mentioned in the Episode:

Guide to Engaging Math Discussions

I’m Obsessed with Circle Blog Post

The meaty definition of math discussions from NCTM’s book Principles to Actions… “a purposeful exchange of ideas through classroom discussion. Opportunities to share ideas and clarify understandings, construct convincing arguments regarding why and how things work, develop a language for expressing mathematical ideas, and learn to see things from other perspectives.”

Related Resources:

Math Affirmations

Math Classroom Norms

Classroom Community Resource Bundle

Math Stories Autobiography Writing Project

Download your free Guide to Engaging Math Discussions

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15: How Black History Leaders Can Help Our Students Feel Seen

Mona — Tue, 18 Jan 2022 02:10:00 +0000

We work tirelessly to ensure our students feel safe to take risks in our math classroom communities.

But to achieve that safety, our students need to be fully seen for who they truly are. By using the words of Black Mathematicians and other diverse math leaders we can empower and inspire our students to feel like they belong in our math classrooms.

In this episode you will learn:

How representation helps create a sense of belonging and safety for our students
Ways we can truly see our students & their identities
How quotes can help you fit it all into your math block

Month’s to be aware of:

Black History Month- February
Asian Pacific American Month- May
Hispanic Heritage Month- Sept 15-Oct 15
Indigenous People’s Month- November
PRIDE- June

Fun fact!! I live in Chicago, right next to the train. You’ll hear it a few times in the recording

Links Mentioned in the Episode:

Guide to Engaging Math Discussions

Related Resources

Math Affirmations

Math Classroom Norms

Support the show

Download my free eBook & start creating the math classroom of your students’ dreams. 5 Tips to a Student Centered Math Classroom!

Let’s Connect

Send me a DM on Instagram I LOVE chatting with people, so send me all your questions, comments and feedback!

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14: Real Life Student Centered Teaching with Lorraine of Apple Blossom Teachers

Mona — Tue, 11 Jan 2022 02:06:00 +0000

On this episode Lorraine is sharing her journey to becoming a more student centered teacher. Lorraine keeps it real, gives tangible tips, and is so relatable.

In this episode you will learn:

How she talks less & listens more
Uses what works in other subject areas in math
Ways she makes time for student centered practices

Fun fact!! I live in Chicago, right next to the train. You’ll hear it a few times in the recording

Connect with Lorraine:

On Instagram

On her Website→ Apple Blossom Teachers

Listen to her Podcast

Find her Teachers Pay Teachers store Here!

Related Blogs & Resources:

Guide to Engaging Math Discussions

Math Vision

Math Mindset Matters

Math Stories

Math Affirmations

Math Classroom Norms

Classroom Community Resource Bundle

Download your free Guide to Engaging Math Discussions

Looking for a community of like minded math educators? Join The Math Teachers Honest Math Chat!

I don’t want you to miss a thing! Be the first to know when a new episode is available by subscribing.

Support the show

OMG Do you love our weekly chats, but wish there was more?

Become an Insider of Honest Math Chat. Get exclusive episodes, freebies, and interviews. Insider only Q&As and Happy Hours with Mona each month! https://www.buzzsprout.com/2243739/supporters/new

Have Questions? My DMs on IG are always open @hellomonamath

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13: How to Create an Inclusive Math Classroom with Juliana Tapper

Mona — Tue, 04 Jan 2022 02:03:00 +0000

Upper grade teachers, this one’s for you! (Don’t worry K-3 friends, there’s tons in this episode for you, too) Juliana is a wealth of knowledge on creating inclusive classrooms in middle school and high school classrooms. She supports teachers that teach students that struggle– and dang isn’t that all of us? I can’t wait for you to hear her perspectives!