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Solving for the Undefined: A Math Teacher Podcast84. Breaking the Cycle of Math Anxiety and Rethinking Traditional Teaching PracticesToday we are joined by Juliana Tapper. Tune in as we dive into the roots of math anxiety and trauma, and explore practical strategies for helping students overcome these challenges in the classroom. Not only that, but continuing with the theme of "hot takes", we take critical look at traditional tools like cold calling, fluency drills, and explicit instruction!Check out Juliana's book Teaching 6-12 Math Intervention here! 2024-11-1242 minSolving for the Undefined: A Math Teacher Podcast83. How to Integrate Discovery & Hands-on Learning in Your Math ClassroomOne of my favorite and sometimes hardest things to do in the classroom is let students explore math. In today’s episode I am going to be sharing how you can harness the power of discovery and hands-on learning. Let’s get started.Educator Exponential is happening this Friday! It's one-of-a-kind virtual conference for 5th -8th grade math teachers who want to learn discovery and hands-on ways to teach specific concepts. Grab your FREE ticket here!2024-10-1611 minSolving for the Undefined: A Math Teacher Podcast82. Ditching Guided Notes for More Effective PracticesGuided notes strive to help students better learn and participate in math class. But what if they are actually hurting more than helping? This is the first in a series of "hot-takes" for things that need a facelift in the math classroom. Let's get started.Check out the links and resources for today's episode here:https://misskuipersclassroom.com/how-guided-notes-have-failed-our-students/Mentioned in this episode:Seven Math Teacher Must HavesDo you have the 7 math teacher must haves for student success? Check your work by downloading my free guide...2024-09-2314 minSolving for the Undefined: A Math Teacher PodcastThe Importance of "When Done" Tasks for StudentsFor me, one of the most dreaded questions from a student is “What do I do now?” Mostly because in the moment it stresses me out. Maybe I didn’t think students would finish this quickly or I didn’t plan something else. In today’s episode, I am sharing something I do to prepare in advance for these scenarios without creating a whole new chore. Let’s get started.For all the links and resources talked about in today's episode, click here: https://misskuipersclassroom.com/the-importance-of-when-done-tasks-for-fast-finishers/Mentioned in this episode:Seven Math Teacher Must...2024-09-1612 minSolving for the Undefined: A Math Teacher PodcastErase Apathy by using Whiteboards in your Math ClassWho doesn’t love using whiteboards? I have fond memories as a kid going to my mom’s classroom during the summer while she set up for the school year and just drawing on her whiteboards with my sister. It was care-free fun because if I made a mistake in my drawing, it could easily be erased and fixed. In today’s episode, I am going to be sharing how to harness that care-freeness of whiteboards to help erase apathy in students. Let’s get started.To find all the links and resources talked about in today's episode...2024-09-0916 minSolving for the Undefined: A Math Teacher PodcastElevating Turn & Talk to Musical PartnersHave you done a “turn and talk” with your students? How did it go? Getting students to talk academically with each other can take some work. In today’s episode I am going to be sharing a fun way to get students up and moving AND talking to one another about math. Let’s get started.For links and resources talked about in this episode, head to the show notes here: https://misskuipersclassroom.com/79-upgrade-turn-and-talk-to-musical-partners/Mentioned in this episode:Seven Math Teacher Must HavesDo you have the 7 math teacher must haves fo...2024-09-0214 min
Teacher Business School: TPT, Homeschool, & Beyond043: How To Thrive As A Teacherpreneur - Student Success StoryHow to Engage Students and Thrive as a Teacherpreneur Welcome back to another inspiring episode of the Digital Product Mama podcast! In this episode, I’m sitting down with Johanna Kuiper, a passionate middle school math teacher by day and a thriving entrepreneur by night. Johanna shares her journey from struggling to engage students in her Title 1 classroom to creating innovative resources that make math enjoyable and accessible. She also discusses how she transitioned from creating digital products to launching a successful online course, all while balancing a full-time teaching career. Whether you’re a teach...2024-08-2835 minSolving for the Undefined: A Math Teacher PodcastOne Minute Hack to Get Students PreparedDon’t let August and September fool you. The number of students prepared for class when the bell rings dwindles as the school year progresses. So how can we help students get all their needed supplies out and ready to go without asking a bajillion times? In today’s episode, I’m breaking down my 1 minute hack that has saved my sanity the past two school years. Let’s get started.For all the links and resources from today's episode, click here: https://misskuipersclassroom.com/78-one-minute-hack-to-get-students-prepared-for-class/Mentioned in this episode:Seven Math Teacher Must Hav...2024-08-2612 minSolving for the Undefined: A Math Teacher PodcastSkip Warmups & Do This InsteadI don’t do warmups in my math classes. At least not in the traditional sense where there is a problem on the screen from yesterday’s lesson or previous content. But I do like the idea of starting off with a bite-sized problem that helps put my students’ minds in math mode. So I’ll be sharing exactly how to do that in today’s episode. Let’s get started.To find all the links and resources talked about in this episode, click here: https://misskuipersclassroom.com/77-skip-traditional-math-warmups-and-do-this-insteadMentioned in this episode:Seven Math T...2024-08-1920 minSolving for the Undefined: A Math Teacher PodcastBuilding Effective Teams from Day 1Last episode we talked about the 5 pillars of an effective math classroom, with the final pillar being teamwork. Now using teams in your classroom sounds great in theory, but how do you actually get that ball rolling? In today’s episode I am going to share how I set my teams up for success starting the 1st day of the school year. Let’s get started.Check out my FREE Building Effective Teams training: https://www.misskuiper.com/training For links and resources talked about in this episode, head to the show notes here: https://miss...2024-08-1215 minSolving for the Undefined: A Math Teacher PodcastThe 5 Pillars of an Effective Math ClassroomMoving into this new school year, we all want to lay the best foundation possible. But once that foundation is laid, how do we raise up our students into mathematicians? In today’s episode, I am going to be sharing the 5 pillars I use in my classroom to mold my students into mathematicians. Let’s get started.Check out my FREE Building Effective Teams training: https://www.misskuiper.com/trainingFor links and resources talked about in this episode, head to the show notes here: https://misskuipersclassroom.com/the-5-pillars-of-an-effective-math-classroom/Mentioned in this epis...2024-08-0511 min
Modern Math Teacher- Teaching Strategies for High School and Middle School Math TeachersEP 16: Mastering Math with Johanna KuiperIn this exciting episode of The Modern Math Teacher podcast, I had the pleasure of co-hosting a captivating conversation with the brilliant Johanna Kuiper! We dove deep into strategies that span grades 6-12, building a solid foundation for math mastery. Here are the key takeaways from our enlightening discussion:🔍 Discovery and Inquiry Activities:Johanna and I explored the power of discovery and inquiry-based activities. These engaging approaches ignite students' curiosity and foster a deep understanding of math concepts. Imagine your students becoming true math explorers! 🚀📌 Sticky Lessons with Anchor Activities:Discover the secrets to crafti...2023-10-1038 minSolving for the Undefined: A Math Teacher PodcastHelping Students Master Math ConceptsHave you ever wondered how to kindle that spark of curiosity, igniting a passion for numbers that goes far beyond rote practice and skill drills? Well, wonder no more, because Kristen from Moore than Just X and I have got some alternative approaches up our sleeves that will transform your teaching methods from traditional to extraordinary.Whether you're a seasoned math teacher looking for fresh ideas or a new educator ready to embark on this mathematical journey, you're in the right place. Get ready to unlock the true potential of your students and help them become math...2023-10-1036 minSolving for the Undefined: A Math Teacher PodcastMeasurement: How does it measure up?I'm sure as teachers, we can all think of something in the education system that just doesn't measure up, like how little students are taught about measurement. And that's why I invited Kelly Hogan on the show to share about how we can close that gap in our students learning. inch by inch. Let's get started.LinksToy Theater WebsiteListen to Kelly's podcast, The Mathematically Enthused Teacher PodcastFollow Kelly on InstagramFollow Johanna on InstagramMentioned in this episode:Seven Math Teacher Must HavesDo you have the 7 math teacher must...2023-09-1136 minSolving for the Undefined: A Math Teacher PodcastAddressing "New Math" with Parents“This isn’t how I did math when I was in school! Why does it have to be so complicated?” Every time a parent or grownup has this complaint, I have to take a BIG DEEP BREATH. In today’s episode, we are going to be addressing how to talk to parents about “new math”. Let’s get started!LinksFREE Download to give to parents and grownupsStudy on parent Involvement in children's math workFollow Johanna on InstagramMentioned in this episode:Seven Math Teacher Must HavesDo you have the 7 math teac...2023-09-0512 minSolving for the Undefined: A Math Teacher PodcastHow to Play Ghosts in the Graveyard with Asia HinesYou know the saying practice makes progress? That is especially true in the math classroom because students need intentional math practice on a regular basis. So why not make it fun by turning it into a game? In today’s episode we are joined by Asia Hines who is going to give us the rundown on how to play Ghosts in the Graveyard. Let’s get started.Show notes: https://misskuipersclassroom.com/ep-71-how-to-play-ghosts-in-the-graveyard/LinksMore tips on playing Ghosts in the GraveyardAsia's Ghosts in the Graveyard templatesFollow Asia on InstagramFollow Johanna on Instagram...2023-08-2818 minSolving for the Undefined: A Math Teacher PodcastDitching Guided Notes for GoodIf I could eliminate that one aspect of math class, I would get rid of notes. I hate standing and doing notes under the document camera. And so I did. I no longer facilitate notes in my classroom. And you might be thinking I’m crazy or you might be intrigued at the possibility of relieving yourself from that duty as well. Whether you fall into that first category, the last one or somewhere in between, let’s get started.Shownotes: https://misskuipersclassroom.com/ep-70-making-math-notes-meaningful/LinksCheck out my notes on TPTListen to the...2023-08-2121 minSolving for the Undefined: A Math Teacher PodcastClassroom Transformations: Making a Meaningful Math ExperienceHave you ever wondered how teachers transform their classrooms into forensics labs, an operation room or do a Starbucks classroom transformation? In today’s episode, we are joined by Katy and Natalie who are here to share how they create memorable classroom transformations for their students.Show notes: https://misskuipersclassroom.com/ep-69-classroom-transformations-making-a-meaningful-math-experienceLinksSetting up a Glow Day TransformationTransforming the Middle TPT StoreFollow Transforming the Middle on InstagramMentioned in this episode:Seven Math Teacher Must HavesDo you have the 7 math teacher must haves for student su...2023-08-1432 minSolving for the Undefined: A Math Teacher PodcastLeveled Practice to Reach and Grow All StudentsRecently, I asked you all what you wanted to hear on this podcast. And one of you asked: how can you level practice with low level and extension on the same page? So in today’s episode I will be sharing one of my favorite ways to level practice questions to meet and grow all of my students. Let’s get started.Show notes: https://misskuipersclassroom.com/ep-68-leveled-practice-to-reach-and-grow-all-studentsQuick LinksLinear Equation "Menu" ActivityCake Walk Pythagorean Theorem GameActive Notes with Leveled PracticeMentioned in this episode:Seven Math Teacher Must...2023-08-0817 minSolving for the Undefined: A Math Teacher PodcastActivities for the First Week of SchoolReady for the beginning of the school year? If you’ve been a teacher for a while, you might already have a routine for the beginning of the school year. So whether you are a new teacher or looking to revamp your first week agenda, let me share my favorite first week activities that involve teamwork, math, and a whole lot of fun! Let’s get started.Show notes: https://misskuipersclassroom.com/ep-67-activities-for-the-first-week-of-schoolQuick LinksA to Z, Get to Know Me ActivityChaos to CommunityThe Ultimate Math BundleMentioned in this epis...2023-07-3122 minSolving for the Undefined: A Math Teacher PodcastHidden Google Apps that Save You Time with Lauren EllisAs a teacher, who wouldn't want to save time? So that’s why I invited Lauren Ellis on to the show to share a few tips on how we can easily systematize things in our classroom to allow us to work more efficiently. Let’s get started.Mentioned in this episode:Seven Math Teacher Must HavesDo you have the 7 math teacher must haves for student success? Check your work by downloading my free guide now: https://misskuiper.com/guide2023-07-2736 min
Solving for the Undefined: A Math Teacher Podcast65. Keeping Your Subs Coming Back (Even During a Sub Shortage) with Kelsey SorensonFeeling guilty for having to take a sick day? Kelsey Sorenson is here to talk about the best way to prep for a sub and how to move past the feelings of guilt. You won't want to miss this one.LinksJoin the Educate and Rejuvenate Conference!Connect with Kelsey on InstagramFree Sub Planning Starter KitMentioned in this episode:There's a TPT Bonus Sale happening!We’re here to give you an extra boost for this back-to-school season with a bonus sale on Teachers Pay Teachers. Coming up on Tu...2023-06-2630 min
Solving for the Undefined: A Math Teacher Podcast64. Building Your Assessment Strategy with Cassandra HarrisThe foundation of any good data strategy is the assessments you give your students. In today's episode, we are joined by Cassandra Harris (@simplyorganizedwithcassandra), the go-to expert on gathering, organizing, and understanding student data. Let's get started!LinksFollow Cassandra on InstagramGet your free guide "10 Tips for Organizing Student Data"Join the Data Made Simple waitlistAlabama Math, Science, and Technology Initiative WebsiteExplore QuizizzExplore BlooketMentioned in this episode:There's a TPT Bonus Sale happening!We’re here to give you an extra boost for this back-to-school season with a bonus sa...2023-05-2326 min
Solving for the Undefined: A Math Teacher Podcast63. The Cake Walk Math Review GameThe end of the year is no cake walk…but I’ll tell you what is! This review game. In today’s episode, we are continuing our series on review games that get student thinking and learning. Let’s get started.LinksPythagorean Theorem Review Game SlidesCheck out the Review Game Slides from Miss Kuiper's ClassroomConnect with Johanna on InstagramJoin the community of math teachers here!--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/solving-for-the-undefined/supportMentioned in this episode:Seven...2023-05-1615 min
Special Education for Beginners | Managing Paraprofessionals, Special Education Strategies, First Year Sped Teachers, Special Ed Overwhelm, Paperwork for Special Education TeachersAccommodating Students in an Inclusion Setting from a Gen Ed Teacher PerspectiveIt's not often that we get to hear directly from general education teachers about what they want from us, how we can support them and get ideas about how to work collaboratively together...but today's guest shares all that and MORE!In today's episode, I'm joined by Johanna Kuiper, a middle school math teacher from Oregon who is on a mission to engage students academically and help them deeply understand and love math.Listen in as we discuss the importance of inclusion and accommodations in middle school math, and how these tips can be beneficial...2023-05-1020 min
Solving for the Undefined: A Math Teacher Podcast62. Benefits of Using Math Centers with Kelsey HardwickAre you looking for a new way to simultaneously meet the needs of your lower learners, on grade level learners, and your learners who need a challenge?In today’s episode, we are joined by Kelsey Hardwick who is here to share how math centers can be the tool that helps meet every students’ needs. Let’s get started. LinksKelsey's Ultimate Math Centers GuideRead more about the benefits of math centersConnect with Kelsey on InstagramDownload the 7 Math Teacher Must HavesConnect with Johanna on Instagram--- 2023-05-0921 min
Solving for the Undefined: A Math Teacher Podcast61. Creating Interactive Math Activities for Your Students with Annette KuperusBack in episode 56, we talked about leveling up your curriculum to meet the needs of your students and engage them. But what happens when that isn't enough? In today's episode we are joined by Annette Kuperus (@countonkupe) who is sharing the behind the scenes on creating your own interactive math resources. Let's get started!
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Learn more from Annette!
Connect with Annette on Instagram.
Check out the 7 Math Teacher Must Haves for Student Success
Connect with Johanna on Instagram.
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Solving for the Undefined: A Math Teacher Podcast60. Three Things Every Math Class NeedsAs teachers, we are bombarded with people telling us what needs to be done in our classrooms. But when we're ready to take on something new, where do we even begin? In today's episode, I am sharing the 3 things every math classroom should have and therefore a good place to start when you're ready to make a change. Let's get started!
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Join A Fraction of Math Teachers Facebook Group
Download the Seven Math Teacher Must-Haves for Student Success here!
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Solving for the Undefined: A Math Teacher Podcast59. Building Student Self-Efficacy in MathWhat if I told you that I found the key to your students' math success? It would be hard to believe, right? In today's episode, Jay Brown is bringing us all the details on how self-efficacy can speed up student learning and set them up for math success. Let's get started.
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Connect with Jay on Instagram
Visit Jay's website to learn more
Check out the Seven Math Teacher Must Haves for Student Success
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Solving for the Undefined: A Math Teacher Podcast58. The Paper Bag Review GameReady for state testing? I'm not! But whether we are ready or not, with state testing coming up, we are all looking for ways to creatively review everything that we have been learning this year. Today I am going to share a game that is going to have your students up & moving and solving math problems. It’s called the Paper Bag Review. Let’s get started!LinksGrab my free guide: Seven Math Teacher Must-Haves for Student SuccessBuild better math community by joining Chaos to Community!Episode 47: How to Play the Unfair Game2023-04-0318 min
Solving for the Undefined: A Math Teacher Podcast57. Supporting Gifted & Talented Students in Your Math ClassroomDid you know that 10% of students are considered gifted? Not just in a “wow they are really smart!” way, but in a Talented and Gifted student (Tag, Gate, etc.) And if you have a class of 30, that’s roughly 3 kids. So how can you identify and provide support for them in the classroom? With the expertise of Kimberly Jayne, we are going to learn just that. Let’s get started!
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Join Molding Mathematicians Course
Read more on Kim's website
Connect with Kim on Instagram
Nrich Math Resources
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Solving for the Undefined: A Math Teacher Podcast56. Making Your School Curriculum More EngagingRaise your hand if you like your school's math curriculum. Yup...not many hands raised! That's because the majority of textbooks were not designed with our post-covid students in mind. So in today's episode, I am going to be sharing three ways to give your curriculum an upgrade. Let's get started!LinksCome hang out with me on Instagram!--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/solving-for-the-undefined/support2023-03-2116 min
Solving for the Undefined: A Math Teacher Podcast55. Simple Ways to Implement Choice in the Math ClassroomToday’s episode is one that I am thrilled to share with you because it is something that I know is not done enough in the classroom. With the expertise of Elaina Weaver, the classy teacher, we are going to learn how simple it truly is to implement choice in the classroom. Let’s get started.
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Join the Chaos to Community mini-course here!
Connect with Elaina on Instagram
Read more about Choice Boards
Connect with Johanna on Instagram
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Solving for the Undefined: A Math Teacher Podcast54. Adding Movement to Increase Engagement in the Math ClassroomIt’s time to take a stand! Quite literally actually. In today’s episode, I am going to be sharing what I believe is the most overlooked way to get students’ brains thinking and engaged with math. And that is adding movement in the math classroom. Let's get started.
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Supply Round Up Slides
Musical Partner Slides
Join my mini course, Chaos to Community
Clock partners [FREE]
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Solving for the Undefined: A Math Teacher Podcast53. The Math Workshop Model for Middle SchoolThe one thing that all of us teachers need is more time. More time to plan, to grade, and to teach. One way to maximize teaching time in the classroom is by implementing the math workshop model.
In today's episode, Jamie Miller (@jamiemillermath) is sharing her expertise on what the math workshop model is, how to implement it, and the benefits it has on student collaboration. Let's get started!
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How to Get Started with Math Workshop
Jamie Miller's Instagram
Math Teacher Must Haves for Student Success
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Solving for the Undefined: A Math Teacher Podcast52. Cultivating Creativity in the Math ClassroomWhen you see math class in movies and tv shows, do you recall how it’s depicted? Typically as a boring direct instruction lesson full of algorithms. But anyone who truly knows math knows how frickin' cool it is! So in today's episode, I walk through 4 ways to bring creativity to the math classroom. With that, let's get started.
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Math Teacher Must Haves for Student Success
Rotation Scavenger Hunt
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Solving for the Undefined: A Math Teacher Podcast51. Turning Worksheets into Games Students Want to PlayPut the magic back into math worksheets by turning them into games! In this episode, Brooklyn, from Brooklyn's Brightest, shares her expertise on two games that transform worksheets into games.
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Brooklyn's Blog
Brooklyn's Instagram
Math Teacher Must Haves for Student Success
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Solving for the Undefined: A Math Teacher Podcast50. Three Things I Wish I KnewWOW! It is wild that we have reached 50 episodes of Solving for the Undefined Podcast. In celebration of this milestone, I am going to share 3 things I wish I knew about teaching math when I first started. Let's get started
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Math Teacher Must Haves Guide
Episode 49: Rough Draft Thinking
Episode 44: Better Warmups for Math Class
Episode 40: Homework, Yay or Nay?
Miss Kuiper Instagram
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Solving for the Undefined: A Math Teacher Podcast49. The Power of Rough Draft Thinking in the Math ClassroomHere's my 2nd best teacher tip: utilize rough draft thinking as an essential practice in your math classroom.
What started off as a random attempt to get students to try turned into the daily practice of rough draft thinking. And in today's episode, I share that experience and how you can replicate it for your students. Whether it's students below grade level or apathetic learners, this can be a game changer for them.
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Math Teacher Must Haves for Student Success
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Solving for the Undefined: A Math Teacher Podcast48. Prepping Students for Life with Project Based AssessmentsHow often do you get this question from your students? When am I going to use this in real life?
In today's episode, we’re going to help answer that question. With Caroline’s expertise, we are going to be talking about how to create project based assessments using real world examples. Let's get started!
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Project Based Assessment Starter Kit
Math Teacher Must Haves for Student Success
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Solving for the Undefined: A Math Teacher Podcast47. The Unfair Game in Math ClassLooking for a math review game to wrap up a unit? The Unfair Game is the perfect game to keep students engaged while actually showing work on math problems. In today's episode, I share the rules, the setup, the pros and cons, and how to make it better. Let's get started!
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Solving for the Undefined: A Math Teacher Podcast46. Strategic Questioning in Math to Further Student ThinkingWondering how to use strategic questioning in math to further student thinking? In this episode, Mona Iehl and I share how we do just that in our classrooms.
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"Never Say What a Kid Can Say" Article
Building Thinking Classrooms by Peter Liljedahl
In the Moment by Jen Munson
5 Practices for Orchestrating Productive Mathematics Discussions
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Math Chat#36 Math Questioning Strategies co-hosted with Johanna KuiperSend us a textMath questioning strategies you can use in conferencing to help students develop confidence and understanding. Math conferences and discussions can be hard to keep everyone engaged, but these math questioning strategies can help! In this co-hosted episode with Johanna Kuiper @MissKupier In this episode we will honestly chat about: strategies you can use to help students maintain the cognitive load math questioning moves to ensure students learn to try how math questioning leads to greater math confidence! Continue the learning at monamath.com/discussion to grab your free guide. 2023-01-0935 min
Solving for the Undefined: A Math Teacher Podcast45. Math Education Trend Predictions for 2023What better way to start of 2023 than to predict what could happen this year? In today's episode I share 4 predictions I have about 2023 in regards to the math education space.
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The CEO Teacher PodcastLunch Listen: The Best Opportunity to Get Started Making Extra Income for Teachers with Johanna KuiperHow Can Teachers Earn Extra Money Just By Using Their Teacher Magic? Join me today while I chat with Johanna Kuiper, a middle school math teacher who has ALWAYS loved math. She became a math teacher to push back against the stigma that only MATH PEOPLE can do and love math. And the best part? She has created an entire business around this idea! Her goal is to help math teachers engage their students academically using research-based strategies that help students deeply understand and love math. IN THIS EPISODE ABOUT EXTRA INCOME FOR...2022-11-2516 min
Solving for the Undefined: A Math Teacher Podcast44. Math Tasks for Critical ThinkingHow soon after the bell rings do your students start to think critically about math? In today's episode, I share 4 tasks you can use to get your students thinking critically as soon as the bell rings. Let's get started!
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Crack the Code
Which one doesn't belong?
Estimation 180
TED-Ed Riddles
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Solving for the Undefined: A Math Teacher Podcast43. How Consistency is the Foundation for Student SuccessKids feel safer and perform better when there is consistency in the classroom. In today's episode, I share 3 ways to be consistent to help student be successful with math. Let's get started!
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Math Teacher Must Haves
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Solving for the Undefined: A Math Teacher Podcast42. How High Should Your Expectations be?One of the four major correlations of positive student outcomes is teachers having high expectations for their students. But what does that look like?
In today's episode, we dive into what the research shows, what high expectations are, and how to live it out in the classroom. Let's get started.
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Seven Math Teacher Must Haves
Bicycle Growth Mindset Video
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Solving for the Undefined: A Math Teacher Podcast41. Cognitive Demand Students NeedAre the problems you're assigning students actually worth their time? If there's no cognitive demand, it might be a time waster. In today's episode, we explore what cognitive demand is and isn't, how to make problems better and how to scaffold without taking away the rigor.
Join us for another exciting episode of Solving for the Undefined Podcast. I'm glad you're here.
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Solving for the Undefined: A Math Teacher Podcast40. Homework, Yay or Nay?Homework is a complex topic that is highly debated in the education space. Today we talk about the pros, cons, and how to make it an equitable item for student success. Let's get started.
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Solving for the Undefined: A Math Teacher Podcast39. Team Builders for the Beginning of the YearBuilding connections that first week of school is vital in building the foundation of trust. Team building activities are a way to start paving the way to having a community within the classroom.
In today's episode, I share team building activities that can achieve the following things:
Students getting to know each other.
Students working towards a common goal.
Students learning to trust each other.
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A to Z, Get to Know Me
The 100 Numbers to Get Students Talking
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Solving for the Undefined: A Math Teacher Podcast38. Powerful Phrases for a Positive Impact on StudentsThink back to an emotion-packed moment. Do you remember everything that was said or how the words made you feel? Words have a powerful impact on our impressionable students.
In today's episode we talk about how to tweak your words to ensure they evoke positive emotions in your students.
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Download your free Daily Slides Template
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Solving for the Undefined: A Math Teacher Podcast37. Using Daily Slides as a Secondary TeacherAs teachers, we know that going visual is the best thing since sliced-bread. But are you using them to their full potential? In today's episode, we dive into how to use slides, whether Google or PowerPoint, to help your students be successful.
I talk about the 3 types of slides, Intro/Agenda, Warmup, and Work Time.
Links from today's episode:
Download your free Daily Slides Template
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Solving for the Undefined: A Math Teacher Podcast36. Math Manipulative Must-HavesLooking for ways to make math more visual and hands-on? In today's episode I share the 7 manipulatives that have changed the game in my classroom. Take a listen!
If you enjoyed this episode, download my "Seven Math Teacher Must-Haves for Student Success" to learn about 6 more must haves for your math classroom.
Links from the episode
Kristen Damman's Algebra Tiles Video
Your "Seven Math Teacher Must-Haves for Student Success" Guide
Estimating Square Roots video by Scaffolded Math and Algebra
Math Resource Creation Challenge with Lindsay Bowden
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Solving for the Undefined: A Math Teacher Podcast35. Summer Reading List for Math TeachersIt seems that summer time is the only time I make reading a priority. In today's episode, I share my summer reading list and why I chose them. Here are my 3 teacher-reads for this summer:
Teaching with Poverty in Mind by Eric Jensen
Fair isn't Always Equal by Rick Wormeli
Building Thinking Classrooms in Mathematics by Peter Liljedahl
These links are affiliate links meaning I make a small percentage fee when you click and shop on these links. The cost to you is the same.
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Solving for the Undefined: A Math Teacher Podcast34. I did a classroom economy...here's how it wentIn March, I decided it was a good time to start a classroom economy. Best time of the year to try new things is at the end of it!I did a lot of research and found 5 major things: class jobs, rent & utilities, bonuses & fines, a classroom store, and a program to manage it. In today's episode, I dive into all of that. I share what I liked, what I did not like, and what I plan to do next year.Let me know if you like today's episode by sending me...2022-06-2719 min
Solving for the Undefined: A Math Teacher Podcast33. Reignite Your Math ClassroomReignite the Math Classroom is a virtual professional development opportunity for math teachers by math teachers! Beginning on July 7th, for one month you will have access to our virtual conference to help students become active learners and engage in the math classroom.Purchase your ticket here!Listen to the other 2 parts here!Let's Talk Teaching with Kayla DurkinHonest Math ChatLearn more about the Reignite the Math Classroom Conference 2022 here!2022-06-2110 min
Solving for the Undefined: A Math Teacher Podcast32. The Ideal Way to Group Students in the ClassroomHow should you group students in math class? Pairs? Groups of 4? Rows, table groups, etc. There are so many options, but which is the best way for students to stay focused and learn best? Find out in today's episode!Read the full transcript or browse the summary here!Message me on Instagram: www.instagram.com/misskuiperLinks:Random Groups StudyPeter Liljedahl Podcast Episodes2022-05-3123 min
Solving for the Undefined: A Math Teacher Podcast31. Using Whiteboards in the Secondary Math ClassroomCurious how you can use whiteboards in the secondary math classroom? In today's show, I will share how to use non-permanent surfaces to increase engagement and reduce apathy towards learning.
Read the full transcript or browse the summary here!
As we enter the end of the school year, are you noticing that your students are less engaged than usual? Or maybe you’ve noticed that this year has been unlike any other students are apathetic towards learning. They don’t want to do anything, and there’s an overall unwillingness to try. In today’s episode...2022-05-2321 min
Solving for the Undefined: A Math Teacher Podcast30. Engaging Students at the End of the YearHave you started the count down for the end of the school year! I certainly have. But between now and the end of the year, how do I engage my students? In today's episode, I share 3 ways you can engage your students as the end of the school year approaches.
Activity Links:
Math Lottery by The Teaching Files
Scavenger Hunts
Budget Project
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Solving for the Undefined: A Math Teacher Podcast29. Five Ways to Engage All Your StudentsTrust me, this is probably different than you expect. Especially number 4.
Join my ✨brand new✨ Facebook group for middle school math teachers: “A Fraction of Math Teachers” 🤩 It’s a place for those who have students working below grade level yet don’t have a curriculum to support those students.
You’ll receive support, free tools to increase engagement, and a community of teachers who are in the same boat! I hope to see you in there!
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Solving for the Undefined: A Math Teacher Podcast28. Step One in Engaging Your StudentsJoin my ✨brand new✨ Facebook group for middle school math teachers: “A Fraction of Math Teachers” 🤩 It’s a place for those who have students working below grade level yet don’t have a curriculum to support those students.
You’ll receive support, free tools to increase engagement, and a community of teachers who are in the same boat! I hope to see you in there!
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Solving for the Undefined: A Math Teacher Podcast27. Five Games to Incorporate into your Math ClassroomIncorporating games in the math classroom increases engagement. But does it increase learning? In today's episode I walk through 5 games that you can play with your students that don't compromise learning!
Click here to read the show notes for today's episode.
Ultimate Tic Tac Toe video: Click here to watch it!
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Solving for the Undefined: A Math Teacher Podcast26. Using Attendance Brackets in Your ClassroomIf I had to choose my favorite thing I implemented this school year, it would be the attendance bracket. In today's episode, I walk through what it is, how it works, why it engages students and you can do it too!
Read the show notes here!
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The Unapologists PodcastEpisode 45 - Building Confidence For All in the Math Classroom with Johanna KuiperVito and Chris talk with the wonderful Johanna Kuiper about how she runs her math classroom. It's definitely not your normal math classroom! You don't want to miss this one!2021-12-0846 min
Solving for the Undefined: A Math Teacher Podcast25. Ways to Easily Scaffold Geometric Transformations for Better UnderstandingScaffolding geometric transformations can be extremely beneficial if you have students who are currently struggling with on-grade level math.
Read the show notes here!
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Solving for the Undefined: A Math Teacher Podcast24. Escape Rooms & Scavenger Hunts with Kelly HoganWondering how to better engage your students in math? Tune in to hear Kelly (@mathematicallyenthused) talk about using Escape Rooms, Pico Fermi Bagel, and Scavenger Hunts. We chat about the what, the how, and most importantly the why behind using these activities.
Interested in learning more? Check out the show notes for all the links and resources talked about in today's episode!
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Solving for the Undefined: A Math Teacher Podcast23. Breaking Down Solving EquationsWant your students to truly understand what it means to solve for the value of x? This episode breaks down solving equations so you can easily scaffold the concept to best benefit your students!
Click here for the show notes!
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Solving for the Undefined: A Math Teacher Podcast22. Incorporating STEM into your Classroom with Lindsey LippertSTEM isn't just about building robotics and other crazy technological masterpieces! In today's episode, Lindsey Lippert, a K-5 STEM specialist breaks down STEM, how to implement it in the classroom, and the impact it has on students. Join us as I learn that one simple tweak to my lessons can make a huge change for students.
Click here for the links & resources talked about in today's episode!
Lindsey Lippert's Instagram
Lindsey Lippert's TeachersPayTeachers Store
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Solving for the Undefined: A Math Teacher Podcast21. Are we there yet?!With the challenges that we have faced this past year, I wanted to offer some encouragement. Tune into to hear three pieces of encouragement and advice to help you continue to crush this year.
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Solving for the Undefined: A Math Teacher Podcast20. Q&A: Team Jobs & Fast FinishersDo you break your class up into teams? How well do they run? I bet you can improve their productivity by incorporating team jobs into their routine. While we're here, let's address how to handle fast finishers equitably while also working with struggling students.
It's a packed episode so let's jump on in!
Click here for the links and resources talked about in today's episode!
Shop the TpT Sale here! Don't forget to use code BTSBONUS21
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Solving for the Undefined: A Math Teacher Podcast19. An Astounding First Day of School in Four StepsThe first day of school can be daunting, especially after being online for so long. In today's episode, I walk through the 4 Phases of the First Day of School.
Click here for all the links and resources mentioned in today's episode!
"A to Z, Get to Know Me" Activity
"Teacher True or False" Activity
Full First Day of School Bundle
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Solving for the Undefined: A Math Teacher Podcast18. Preparing for the School YearThe first days of school should be backed by science...right? In today's episode we are combining the science of how we learn and comprehend with the science of growth mindset. Join us for the ride!
Click here for all the links and resources!
Guess that Slogan Activities
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Solving for the Undefined: A Math Teacher Podcast17. How does Growth Mindset ACTUALLY impact learning?How does growth mindset actually impact learning? This is a question that educators need to know the answer to. Tune into today's episode all about the science behind growth mindset and how intrinsic motivation plays a key role in that. Enjoy!
Click here for the links and resources talked about in today's episode!
Reignite the Math Classroom Ticket
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Solving for the Undefined: A Math Teacher Podcast16. How Do We Actually Learn?How does our brain actually learn? This is a question that educators need to know the answer to. Are we catering to the neuro process that happens when we teach students? Listen to the first episode in the series about how we learn!
Click here for the links and resources talked about in today's episode!
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Solving for the Undefined: A Math Teacher Podcast15. Explorative Learning & More with Esther KuiperHave you ever wondered what explorative learning is or how it works? Today's episode is all about how to give students access to learning while allowing them to take ownership of that learning.
Click for the links and resources talked about in today's episode.
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Solving for the Undefined: A Math Teacher Podcast14. Growing your Math Identity with Mona IehlGrowing your math identity is an integral part of seeing yourself as a mathematician. A healthy math classroom is more than students understanding math. It is about creating a student-led environment where students know who they are as mathematicians. Join us today as Mona talks about how to cultivate your math classroom's culture by finding your math identity.
Join Mona's Facebook Group: Math Teacher Collaborative
Click for the links and resources talked about in today's episode.
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Solving for the Undefined: A Math Teacher Podcast13. Three Things to End the Year StrongThe end of the school year is a mix of burn-out and excitement for summer. Here are some engaging yet slightly academic things to end the year strong.
You can view the show notes here!
Reignite the Math Classroom Conference Waitlist
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Solving for the Undefined: A Math Teacher Podcast12. Three Strategies to Get ALL of Your Students WorkingWatch the infamous video on Instagram Reels or TikTok
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Solving for the Undefined: A Math Teacher Podcast11. Making Assessments Matter with Davette KuiperHave you ever wondered how to take your make assessments matter? In today's episode, we chat with Davette Kuiper (How cool is it that my first ever interview episode is with my mom?!) about taking your curriculum's assessments and tailor them to your students. My mom had been an educator for 35 years and she shares insights she has learned through her journey that will benefit teachers.
If you are in need of support in classroom management, making assessments, or encouragement as an educator, this episode is for you.
Click here for tips and resources!
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Solving for the Undefined: A Math Teacher Podcast10. Stop Making These 7 Assessment MistakesAre you being too over-the-top with your assessment habits? Do your students GROAN at the thought of taking an assessment? Make sure you aren't making one of these 7 mistakes when assessing your students!
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Solving for the Undefined: A Math Teacher Podcast9. Introducing MeWant a sneak peek behind the curtain or who runs this show? Literally? Well here's your shot!
In today's episode we are diving into who I am and what I do. Enjoy :)
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Solving for the Undefined: A Math Teacher Podcast8. Tools for Your Virtual ClassroomCan you believe it's been a year since we went virtual? Wow!
Through it all, here are my five favorite virtual tools! I will definitely still be using these once we go back in person!
Using Jamboard in your Classroom
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Solving for the Undefined: A Math Teacher Podcast7. Let's Talk about Task CardsTask cards are a huge excitement in the classroom! But what about online? or hybrid? Most people think task cards are just for math.
Let's bust some myths by chatting about the what, the why, and the how of task cards.
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Solving for the Undefined: A Math Teacher Podcast6. Unique Strategies for Classroom ManagementHave you heard that 70 to 93 percent of all communication is done nonverbally? Use this to your advantage in classroom management! In this episode we will explore 3 strategies for classroom management that I learned my first year of teaching. These are taken from a book called ENVoY by Michael Grinder.
Click here for all the links & resources mentioned in this episode!
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Pretty SurePretty Sure you never thought teaching could be funWhat do a math teacher, a podcaster, and an entrepreneur have in common? They're all the same person! Yes, you heard that right, this week on the podcast, for a special client feature, we have Johanna Demuth, a former podcast coaching client of mine who just launched her podcast: Solving for the undefined. We talked about what it's like being a math teacher, why she started her business, how she met her husband (spoiler alert: it was on Bumble!!!) and what made her start a podcast. She also holds nothing back and gave the cold hard truth on what...2021-02-2442 min
Solving for the Undefined: A Math Teacher Podcast5. The Power of MindsetGrowth Mindset is defined as the belief that you can control your ability and improve. The power of mindset is huge within a classroom. How do you demonstrate it for your students?
Click here for all the links & resources mentioned in this episode!
Books Referenced:
Teach Like a Champion by Doug Lemov
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Solving for the Undefined: A Math Teacher Podcast4. Five Ideas to Increase Student EngagementBeing an effective teacher is more than being good at your subject. It is about engaging students and helping them want to learn. Here are 5 creative ideas to increase student engagement.
Click here for all the links & resources mentioned in this episode!
How to make Dollar Tree Sparklers
Books Referenced:
ENOVY by Michael Grinder
Teach Like a Champion by Doug Lemov
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Solving for the Undefined: A Math Teacher Podcast3. Why a Math Teacher Started a PodcastWow! Episode 3. It blows my mind that this is seriously happening!
In this episode, I dive into my journey of WHY I started a podcast. Thank you for joining me on this journey.
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Solving for the Undefined: A Math Teacher Podcast2. Five Scaffolds for the Math ClassroomScaffolding is a huge part of what teachers do inside the classroom. We have students that come to us with a wide range of academic and social abilities. Our job is to help them by meeting them where they are at and building them up from there.
Tune in to hear about the 5 main scaffolds I use in my math classroom.
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Solving for the Undefined: A Math Teacher Podcast1. Why People Struggle with MathWelcome to the first podcast episode! I am so excited to have you here.
In this episode, we dive into the 4 main reasons why people and students have a hard time with math. Tune in to hear all about it.
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Solving for the Undefined: A Math Teacher PodcastIntroductionHello! And welcome to Solving for the Undefined Podcast!
I will be releasing my podcast on February 6, 2021! I can't wait to share it with you!
Until then, feel free to check out my Instagram or Website to find more about me!
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