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Making Math Moments That MatterHow We Boosted Math Scores in High School Without Homework or High-Stakes TestsWhat happens when two math teachers throw out homework, redefine grading and assessment, and make student growth the heart of every math lesson?Too many classrooms are dominated by points, pressure, and compliance. But what if your students actually chased learning—without sacrificing test scores or accountability? In this episode, Keenan Clark and Jake Towers join Jon Orr to reveal how they transformed their math classrooms by replacing traditional grading and homework with a feedback-rich, skills-based assessment system. The result? More engagement, better relationships, and soaring standardized test results.Listen in to discover:How el...2025-05-1944 minMaking Math Moments That MatterAvoiding The Trap of Algorithms in Math - An Interview with Pam Harris from Math Is FigureoutableAre we teaching students fake math — and missing the chance to build real mathematical thinkers?If you've ever felt frustrated that your students are following procedures without true understanding — or wondered why some students seem "mathy" while others struggle — this conversation with math is figureoutable’s Pam Harris will open your eyes. Together with Jon Orr, Pam Harris uncovers the hidden traps in traditional math teaching that reinforce shallow learning, and she shares how rethinking what mathing really means can transform both teachers and students.By tuning into this episode, you'll discover:Why many algorith...2025-05-0539 minMaking Math Moments That MatterHow To Convert Math PD Into Classroom ActionAs a K-12 math coordinator, coach, leader are you constantly collecting resources, leading PD, and chasing the next big idea—only to wonder if any of it is actually changing classroom practice?If you're a math coach, coordinator, or administrator who feels stuck in a loop of sharing best practices without seeing those practices transferred consistently into the classroom, this episode dives into the heart of that struggle. Kyle Pearce, Yvette Lehman, and Jon Orr confront a challenge many leaders face: how to balance continuous learning with focused implementation. When every new initiative feels urgent, how do yo...2025-05-0125 minMaking Math Moments That MatterHow Shifting Assessment Practices in Math Is Your Gateway To Improved Achievement | Math Assessment Coaching & TrainingNot sure what matters most when designing math improvement plans? Take this assessment and get a free customized report: https://makemathmoments.com/grow/ Ready to design your math improvement plan with guidance, support and using structure? Learn how to follow our 4 stage process. https://growyourmathprogram.com Are your teachers’ math assessments helping students grow as learners or are they hindering student achievement? In this episode, Jon Orr and Yvette Lehman dive into the role of assessment in math education and how a shift in assessment practices can create a class...2024-11-2126 minMaking Math Moments That MatterMath Retention Struggles Grades 6 to 12: Here’s Why and How To Fix ItAre you struggling with your student’s math retention or maybe you’re struggling to engage students who feel disconnected from math or battle math anxiety?In this episode, Jon Orr and Yvette Lehman welcome back Juliana Tapper, an expert in supporting students who struggle with math, to explore impactful ways to address student engagement and math anxiety in grades 6-12. Drawing on insights from her new book and 2024 Make Math Moments Virtual Summit Session, Juliana shares practical strategies for educators dealing with retention issues and lack of student motivation.Discover brain science behind math anxiety and...2024-11-1831 minMaking Math Moments That MatterPrune to Thrive: Why Doing Less Can Strengthen Your Math Program | Effective Mathematics Coaching and TrainingNot sure what matters most when designing math improvement plans? Take this assessment and get a free customized report: https://growyourmathprogram.com Ready to design your math improvement plan with guidance, support and using structure? Learn how to follow our 4 stage process. http://makemathmoments.com/discovery/ Are you struggling to make a real impact in your math program, constantly adding new initiatives but not seeing the results you hoped for?In this video, Jon Orr dives into the idea of "doing less" by focusing on what truly matters in K...2024-11-1408 min
Canadian Wealth SecretsWhy Strategic Leverage Wins: Logic Over Emotion To Maximize Canadian InvestmentsAre emotions holding you back from growing your wealth? Are you making objective decisions regarding your wealth or is it possible that you’re like most business owners, entrepreneurs, and investors. Emotions creep into your decision making and are preventing you from achieving more? In this episode of Canadian Wealth Secrets, Kyle Pearce and Jon Orr dive deep into a common struggle many Canadians face—how to utilize good debt while keeping emotions in check. It's easy to feel conflicted about leveraging assets, especially when interest rates rise and financial advice warns us to pay off debt...2024-10-3015 minMaking Math Moments That MatterWhy Early Math Matters & How All Grade Level Teachers Need to Hear This: An Interview with Sue LooneyHow can we blend curiosity, deep understanding of the stages of counting to transform early math learning?In this episode of the Making Math Moments That Matter podcast, Sue Looney joins hosts Kyle Pearce and Jon Orr to share her personal journey and highlights the importance of curiosity-driven learning, especially in early childhood mathematics. Many educators face the challenge of moving beyond rote memorization, especially when teaching foundational concepts like counting. This episode addresses how understanding the stages of counting and fostering curiosity can set the stage for future mathematical success.Whether you're an...2024-10-2830 minCanadian Wealth SecretsThe Waterfall Method: Transfer Wealth, Minimize Canadian Taxes, and Build a LegacyAre you prepared to protect your wealth and pass it on to future generations, all while enjoying your financial gains today?In this episode of Canadian Wealth Secrets, Kyle Pearce and Jon Orr dive into the intricacies of the "waterfall method" and its powerful role in wealth transfer. This concept is especially critical for business owners and high-net-worth individuals who want to minimize tax burdens, preserve their wealth, and create a financial legacy that endures. They also discuss how leveraging permanent insurance policies can help you invest in assets for today while safeguarding your family's future....2024-10-2327 minMaking Math Moments That MatterHow To Choose A Core Math Curriculum Resource For Your School | District’s Math ProgramNot sure what matters most when designing math improvement plans? Take this assessment and get a free customized report: https://growyourmathprogram.com Ready to design your math improvement plan with guidance, support and using structure? Learn how to follow our 4 stage process. http://makemathmoments.com/discovery/ Looking to supplement your curriculum with problem based lessons and units? Make Math Moments Problem Based Lessons & UnitsStruggling to select the perfect math curriculum for your school?Selecting a core resource or curriculum for your math program is no small task. It ca...2024-10-1721 minCanadian Wealth SecretsWhy The CRA is the Joint Venture Partner You Never Asked For and How To Plan For ItHow to understand and navigate the joint venture partner you have in every single deal and investment you have!In this episode, Jon Orr and Kyle Pearce dive into the power and potential pitfalls of joint venture (JV) partnerships, especially when it comes to alternative assets like real estate. They explore how strategic partnerships can help you tap into areas where you might lack expertise or capital, allowing you to reach new financial heights. But beyond selecting the right JV partner, the biggest challenge is dealing with the ultimate, unavoidable JV partner: the government. By overlooking...2024-10-1619 minCanadian Wealth SecretsWhy You Shouldn’t Pay Off Your Canadian Mortgage (what you should do instead)Should you pay off your mortgage? Is paying off your personal mortgage early truly the best financial move you can make? If you do, then it’s possible you will miss out on other wealth-building opportunities.In this episode, Kyle Pearce and Jon Orr explore a dilemma many homeowners face: Should you focus on paying off your mortgage early for peace of mind, or use those extra funds for strategic investments that could grow your wealth? They delve into using whole life insurance policies as a replacement for home equity lines of credit (HELOCs), exp...2024-10-0932 minCanadian Wealth SecretsTwo Barriers Preventing You From Reaching Financial Independence Here In Canada | FIREYou may not ever reach financial independence, listen in to find out why and what you can do to change your trajectory.In today's fast-paced financial landscape, many business owners, entrepreneurs, and high net income earners delay taking steps toward financial independence because they feel uncertain or worry about making the wrong move. If you've ever found yourself waiting for the perfect investment opportunity or hesitating because you feel like you don't know enough, you're not alone. The truth is, striving for perfection often becomes a roadblock to progress.Jon Orr and Kyle Pearce dive...2024-10-0234 minMaking Math Moments That MatterMaking Math Make Sense for Kids - An Interview with James O’Neal from Mastery For AllIn this episode, Jon and Kyle dive deep into a conversation with James O’Neal, founder of Mastery for All, exploring the impact of prioritizing conceptual understanding in math education. James O'Neal, Jr. is a National Board-Certified middle school math teacher with 15 years of experience, currently teaching at Piedmont IB Middle School in Charlotte, NC. He holds an M.Ed. in Curriculum and Instruction from UNC-Charlotte and was a 2022 finalist for the Presidential Award for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching (PAEMST). Founder of Mastery For All, LLC, James advocates for high expectations and equitable outcomes in edu...2024-09-3034 minCanadian Wealth SecretsDo You Have a Retirement Plan or Retirement Prayer? Achieving Canadian Financial IndependenceAre you prepared for a financially secure retirement, or are you leaving your future to chance?In this episode of the Canadian Wealth Secrets podcast, Jon Orr and Kyle Pearce delve into the crucial steps needed to achieve financial independence and secure your retirement. They explore your FIRE (Financially Independent Retire Early) number or FIRN (Financially Independent Retirement Number). Whether you're just starting your financial journey or are close to retirement, their insights will help you build a robust plan that aligns with your lifestyle goals.Discover how to calculate your "fire number" (FIRN) and understand...2024-09-1826 minCanadian Wealth Secrets3 Reasons The Wealthy in Canada Avoid Paying Down DebtAre you using debt as a tool to build wealth, or is it holding you back from financial freedom?In this episode of the Canadian Wealth Secrets Podcast, Jon Orr and Kyle Pearce dive into the complexities of personal debt and corporate debt and how it affects your financial freedom decisions. They tackle the critical distinction between 'good debt' and 'bad debt' and explore how each can either hinder or enhance your journey to wealth. With inflation and rising 2024-08-2830 minCanadian Wealth SecretsThe Smith Maneuver Explained: A Case Study On Innovative Canadian Investment & Tax StrategiesAre you tired of high mortgage interest rates eating into your savings? Discover how the Smith Maneuver could turn your biggest expense into a powerful investment strategy!In this episode, hosts Jon Orr and Kyle Pearce unpack a real case study to dive deep into the Smith Maneuver, a financial strategy that aims to convert non-deductible mortgage interest into tax-deductible interest. If you're a homeowner struggling with high-interest rates or looking for ways to optimize your taxes, this episode is tailor-made for you. You'll hear first-hand how their client navigates their options and gains clarity on how...2024-08-1441 minMaking Math Moments That MatterInternational Math Classes: How Does Your Math Class Compare? - An Interview with Amy BrideHave you ever wondered how math education varies across the globe and what best practices you may have been missing out on when you are teaching math? In this episode Kyle and Jon dive into a fascinating conversation with Amy Bride, who shares her research and observations from her year-long sabbatical exploring what teaching and learning math looks like worldwide and is here to help compare your math class to international classrooms. Whether you're a math teacher seeking fresh perspectives or an K-12 administrator looking to enhance your district's math program, this episode will provide va...2024-07-2232 minMaking Math Moments That MatterAre Your Priorities Backwards In Your Math Classroom or Across Your District?It’s likely that you as a math teacher or even your K-12 district may have been focusing on the wrong things when striving for improvement in mathematics. In this episode, Jon and Kyle dive into a common challenge many educators face: the misalignment of priorities in the math classroom. They discuss how shifting the focus from specific resources to overarching student outcomes can create a more cohesive and effective teaching strategy to improve math outcomes.You’ll learn: Learn how to refocus your teaching methods to prioritize student outcomes over tools and re...2024-07-0820 minMaking Math Moments That MatterHow to Use Portfolios in a Math Classroom: Is It Worth It? - A Math Mentoring MomentIn this episode of the Make Math Moments That Matter Podcast, we dive deep into the transformative journey of Seth Boschen as he embarks on a new role leading a team of teachers in his math department. Faced with the challenge of implementing standards-based grading and integrating portfolios into his classes, Seth shares his insights and experiences that will resonate with any educator looking to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes. Kyle and Jon bring their wealth of knowledge to the table, offering Seth practical advice on making the most out of limited class time, pr...2024-07-0141 minMaking Math Moments That MatterRethinking Math: Conrad Wolfram on Revolutionizing Education for the Digital AgeEver wondered why traditional math education might be holding back our true potential to understand and use mathematics effectively?Conrad Wolfram, strategic director of Wolfram Research and a prominent advocate for transforming math education, joins Jon and Kyle in this episode to explore revolutionary approaches to teaching math. With a fascinating journey from a math and physics enthusiast to a leader in computation software, Conrad sheds light on how our current education system may not be equipping students for the real-world challenges that await them in a technology-driven environment.What you’ll learn:...2024-06-0354 minCanadian Wealth SecretsThe Accountant Entrepreneurs and Business Owners Have Been Searching For: An Interview with Bob GauvreauEver wonder how one Canadian CPA firm could manage to disrupt the accounting and income tax preparation industry while you’ve been working with what feels like a glorified bookkeeper? Join us as we dive deep into the journey of Bob Gauvreau, CEO of Gauvreau Accounting Tax Law Advisory to learn how his firm has quickly evolved into the largest one-owner CPA firm in Canada. Throughout this episode, Bob shares his entrepreneurial journey as he continues to transform the accounting industry and he leaves you with some Canadian Wealth Secrets for incorporated entrepreneurs and business owners to pay...2024-05-0849 minMaking Math Moments That MatterHow Can I Battle My Insecurities When Teaching Through Tasks & Problem Based Math Lessons - A Math Mentoring MomentHow can you transform your middle school classroom with problem-based lessons while overcoming personal insecurities and teaching doubts?In this mentoring moment episode we speak with Joanne Ward, a middle school teacher from Taipei Taiwan who is tackling a common challenge faced by educators: the uncertainty and lack of confidence in implementing problem-based lessons. Stick around and you’ll learn practical strategies to boost confidence in teaching with problem-based lessons. You’ll also learn a comprehensive understanding of the “real flipped classroom” concept, enabling structured and effective problem-based learning that captivates and educates your stude...2024-03-1139 minMaking Math Moments That MatterHow To Consolidate & Close Your Building Thinking Classroom Lesson [Part 2]As educators of mathematics around the world embrace the ideas shared in Building Thinking Classrooms, more and more students are being positioned to think collaboratively during math class instead of simply mimicking steps, rules, and procedures. While this shift in mathematics teaching practice is a massive leap in the right direction, our work does not stop once students solve the thinking task at hand. Rather, the real work for the facilitator now begins. Join Peter Liljedahl, Jon Orr, and Kyle Pearce from the opening session of the 2023 Make Math Moments Virtual Summit as the...2024-02-1231 minMaking Math Moments That MatterHow To Consolidate & Close Your Building Thinking Classroom Lesson [Part 1]As educators of mathematics around the world embrace the ideas shared in Building Thinking Classrooms, more and more students are being positioned to think collaboratively during math class instead of simply mimicking steps, rules, and procedures. While this shift in mathematics teaching practice is a massive leap in the right direction, our work does not stop once students solve the thinking task at hand. Rather, the real work for the facilitator now begins. Join Peter Liljedahl, Jon Orr, and Kyle Pearce from the opening session of the 2023 Make Math Moments Virtual Summit as the...2024-01-2935 minMaking Math Moments That MatterSetting & Changing Your Goals - Discover What Matters Most!Are you on track to hit the goals you set out for yourself, your school, your district? It’s December, which often marks the half-way point of the school year and also a great time to check your progress on your program’s action plan. It’s quite likely that the busy-ness of school has taken you away from your intended focus on what really matters in your school or district’s math program. In this episode Kyle and Jon share why we need to define our objectives (Rocks) and how to stay focused when there are...2023-12-0432 minCanadian Wealth SecretsInvested Teacher Deals UpdateIn our latest episode, Jon Orr and Kyle Pearce take some time to discuss some of what wealth building and investment opportunities have been keeping them busy. Tune in to hear our journey to expand your investment horizons and refine your decision-making skills. Explore an intriguing concept shared by Kyle for those who hold shares of private corporations and discover the art of recognizing when to put a deal in the "too hard bin." We provide insights into understanding your margin of safety and why what's a good investment for one person might not b...2023-10-0437 minCanadian Wealth SecretsHow to Work With Your Instincts and Not Against ThemWe all know there are certain tasks that we gravitate towards and others that we tend to shy away from. However, what if we told you that there are many activities that you are doing on a daily basis that give you energy, while many others that are draining you of that energy? In this episode, Kyle Pearce and Jon Orr will take a deep dive into learning what drives you and what drains you through Kathy Kolbe’s Instinct Test called the Kolbe-A Test. Learn why Kyle’s perfect Kolbe Number of 8-3-7-3...2023-09-2031 minMaking Math Moments That MatterFrom Labels to Growth: A Game-Changing Approach to Math AssessmentIn our recent podcast episode, we had the pleasure of hosting Jonathan Lind again. Jonathan is an experienced high school math teacher currently teaching at an American school in Qatar. Jonathan shared invaluable insights and practical strategies on how he transformed his assessment practices in his math class, leading to remarkable outcomes for his students.During our conversation, Jonathan delved into the following key ideas:Shifting from labeling students to using assessment for growth;Time-saving curriculum coverage with standards-based grading;Promoting student success through growth and proficiency...2023-06-0555 minMaking Math Moments That Matter3 Act Math Tasks Aren’t WorkingMaybe you’ve recently come across the idea of a Dan Meyer-style 3 Act Math Task and you’re intrigued to give one a shot with hopes to engage your students and help better understand the mathematics you’re teaching. Or, maybe you’ve used 3 Act Math Tasks and use them as a regular routine in your mathematics program. While there are many mathematics teachers out there who love a great 3 Act Math Task, the reality is that there are many more educators out there who have given one a shot and decid...2023-04-0349 minMaking Math Moments That MatterHow Building a Thinking Classroom Can Make Math MomentsHow can we build thinking classrooms to create memorable math moments? In this special episode we share our opening session of the 2022 Make Math Moments Virtual Summit.Join Kyle, Jon, and Peter Liljedahl as they unpack how elements of a Thinking Classroom are entwined in the Make Math Moments 3-Part Framework. You’ll Learn: How to structure your lessons so they are engaging and encourage student thinking;What classroom structures can you put together to make ever...2023-03-2058 minMaking Math Moments That MatterKids Are Different Now (…And What to Do About It)Do you feel that students are “different” compared to past years? Has it been a struggle to gain student attention and strengthen their work ethic? Are some of the behaviours you’re experiencing amplified? In this episode Kyle and Jon discuss their interpretation of the differences teachers are experiencing in their students and how you can use those differences to create a stronger mathematics program. Stick around and you’ll learn how to strengthen and align your classroom norms / rules so that students will flourish. Classroom Pillars are...2023-03-1342 minMaking Math Moments That MatterCelebrating Black Voices From The Math Moment Maker CommunityIn this compilation episode of the podcast in honour of Black History Month, Kyle & Jon highlight conversations from six educators of colour that have had a significant impact on their pedagogical practices as they continue their journey to craft a more culturally responsive classroom experience for all students. You’ll hear Beatrice Moore Luchin speak about creating a culturally relevant and culturally responsive approach to teaching m athematics, Marilyn Strutchens’ approach to teaching tasks with multiple entry points; you’ll hear about the importance of learning goals from Dr. Ayanna Perry; why kindergarten math matters...2023-02-2034 minMaking Math Moments That MatterHelping Kids With Financial Literacy [Invested Teacher Podcast]In this episode Jon and Kyle share an episode of their newest podcast Invested Teacher so you can help your students think about money. They bring on their co-host Matt Biggley to help you help your kids think about, earn, and use money that will put them on a pathway to build their own wealth. Let’s unpack common mindsets about earning and spending money, practical systems to help your kids understand the power of compound interest through routine activities, and what lessons can be helpful to emerge the big ideas around what Einstein ref...2023-02-1356 minMaking Math Moments That MatterHow Much Homework Should I Assign in Math Class?In this episode, Jon & Kyle discuss what role (if any) that homework should play in math class across the K-12 grade bands. Stick around as we dig into some common “rules of thumb” such as the “10 minutes of homework per day per grade” rule, what different groups and organizations are suggesting, and of course, what the research tells us. As always, we’ll be giving you some of our perspectives based on some of the opinions and research out there as well as dig into some of the strategies we’ve used over the years to help...2022-12-1938 minMaking Math Moments That MatterHow to Develop a Growth Mindset In Your Math Class - A Math Mentoring MomentIn this episode, you’ll hear a slightly different episode style as the tables are turned as Ali Melia interviews Kyle Pearce as a means to gather more research data for her Master of Teaching work at the Ontario Institute for Studies in Education (OISE). Ali digs into questions for MathletePearce around how teachers in Ontario can effectively foster a growth mindset while assessing students in mathematics. Let the table turning begin as Ali grabs the mic, tosses Jon to the curb and digs into some really important topics by asking Kyle for his pers...2022-12-0549 minMaking Math Moments That MatterWhat Math Class Can Learn From The Oblivious Viewer LoopIn this episode Jon & Kyle compare the consolidation and connection phase of your math lesson to the Oblivious Viewer Loop phenomenon in common mystery TV shows. Stick around and you’ll learn how focusing on the intentionality of your learning goal can help shape how your consolidate your lesson so that we can avoid students “missing the point” of our lesson and instead make the connection to the learning goal. You’ll Learn: What is the oblivious viewer loop why we need to consider it when teachi...2022-11-2823 minMaking Math Moments That MatterFive Math PD Pitfalls To Avoid - Part 2In the second part of our two part series highlighting Math PD Pitfalls To Avoid, Jon & Kyle dig deeper into the weeds we often find ourselves in when trying to plan and deliver effective mathematics professional learning. In the final part of this series, we’ll unpack why professional development one-offs won’t cut it and how we can overcome a PD Paradox that can hinder our opportunity to grow as an educational community. You’ll Learn: Why math professional development one-offs won’t cut it….or...2022-11-2138 minMaking Math Moments That MatterFive Math PD Pitfalls To Avoid in 2022-2023 - Part 1In this first part of a two part series Jon & Kyle discuss break down math PD pitfalls we should all avoid so that we can support, encourage, and build engaged educators who want to spark curiosity and fuel sense making in students. In this first part we’ll unpack how to avoid the Do As I Say Not As I Do PD sessions, how to avoid the PD Trap, and how to stop force feeding professional development. You’ll Learn: How to avoid the “Do As I Sa...2022-10-3134 minMaking Math Moments That MatterAre Calculators Good or Bad For Math Class?In this episode Jon & Kyle discuss whether calculators are good or bad for mathematics learning.Dig in with them as they chat about their past calculator #classroomfails and how they now position their mathematics lessons to more strategically consider when and where it might be helpful for students to leverage the use of a calculator.You’ll Learn: How I can optimize my learning intentionality so that my lesson does not hinge on calculator use; What to do if you think your math less...2022-10-1736 minMaking Math Moments That MatterHow To Fill Your Bucket - An 2022 NCTM Annual ReflectionIn this live taping of the Make Math Moments That Matter Podcast Jon & Kyle visit the 2022 Annual NCTM Conference in Los Angeles. The discuss how conferences can “fill your bucket” as well as hear key takeaways from conference attendees. Stick around and you’ll learn how you too can fill your bucket. You’ll Learn: Why conferences are so much more than just learning sessions; Why mimicking is a teaching technique we should avoid; How to leverage constraints vs. freedoms; How you c...2022-10-1025 minMaking Math Moments That MatterHow Effective Math Educators Are DevelopedIn this episode Jon & Kyle discuss the importance of building both math content knowledge and pedagogical-content knowledge when designing your own or your district professional development plans. Stick around and you’ll hear their stories of how they realized they needed to be effective at both content and pedagogy so they could survive and thrive in the classroom. You’ll also learn where you can go to build and improve your own pedagogical content knowledge. You’ll Learn: The building blocks ne...2022-09-2637 minMaking Math Moments That MatterWhat’s On YOUR Magic Wand Wish List For Math Class?What do you envision for mathematics teaching and learning in your math class?While we all want teachers and students to feel capable and confident each day in our mathematics classrooms, we must take time to think and reflect on what specifically would contribute to helping us reach that goal.In this episode Jon & Kyle help you to craft a Magic Wand Wish List that you can use to help shape your vision for your mathematics classroom or your school/district program. You’ll...2022-09-1938 minMaking Math Moments That MatterWhat’s After The Lesson?What do I do after I finish a lesson? How does practice fit in? Do I have enough time to build conceptual understanding using a problem-based lesson AND still build fluency? In this episode Kyle and Jon share how they design lessons to meet these common “pebbles in our shoes” and while still covering the content standards. You’ll learn: How to teach through problem based lessons with intentionality;What the most important learning target for any lesson should be; How and wh...2022-08-2949 minMaking Math Moments That MatterHow To Create An Authentic Math ClassIn this Math Mentoring Moment Episode, we speak with Jonathan Lind, a high school math teacher currently teaching at an American school in Qatar! Over his career, he has been working to build a more authentic math classroom starting with assessment as he leverages the power of problem solving and communication..This is a Math Moment Maker Reflection episode where we talk with a member of our fantastic community who is working hard to continue reflecting and refining their practice to Make Math Moments with more students in their math classroom.2022-06-1340 minMaking Math Moments That MatterWhat’s On YOUR Worksheet and How Are You Using It?In this episode Jon & Kyle outline their experience using worksheets. You’ll hear them outline different styles of worksheets while giving you insight on how to design them to maximize student thinking. You’ll learn when you should use a worksheet, what types of problems should go on the worksheet, and when you should ditch the worksheet altogether. You’ll learn: The types of problems/questions should go on your worksheet and what you should avoid; How to ensure your worksheet supports all levels of learners; How y...2022-05-0243 minMaking Math Moments That MatterDebate Math: A Hotdog Is A SandwichIn this special episode Kyle & Jon highlight and showcase one of their favourite new podcasts: Debate Math Podcast! Recently in episode 4 of the Debate Math Podcast Jon and his daughter Lucie went head-to-head against Kyle and his daughter Taliah to debate: Is a hotdog a sandwich? In this cross-posted episode you’ll hear the two hosts of the Debate Math Podcast, Chris Luzniak and Rob Baier skillfully pose questions that prompt some insightful thinking as well causing some fits of laughter! You’ll learn: ...2022-04-2551 minMaking Math Moments That MatterEpisode 172: Avoid These Misconceptions to Teach Problem-Based Lessons With ConfidenceIn this episode, Kyle & Jon address a few common misconceptions from the Math Moment Maker community around teaching problem-based lessons and units. Stick around and you’ll hear how to find the right balance between what students know and what they need to learn in your lesson; when we should be assessing for learning; how to consolidate a problem-based lesson; and,how to manage the flow of the class when some students complete work quicker than others. You’ll learn: How to find the rig...2022-03-1432 minMaking Math Moments That MatterEpisode 169: How Do You Create A Math Moment Maker?Today the tables have turned! In this episode Jon & Kyle switch over to the other side of the interview and are put on the hot seat! Jess Michalchuk, a Grade 7 educator from Foam Lake, Saskatchewan working towards a Masters of Education, interviews Jon & Kyle about memorable math moments from their teaching experience, their thoughts on leadership and innovation in mathematics and much more!Stick around and you’ll hear stories from Kyle and Jon’s classrooms, how they got started on changing their pedagogy, and what it means to become a mat...2022-02-211h 03Making Math Moments That MatterHighlighting The Missing Voices In Math EducationIn this compilation episode of the podcast in honour of Black History Month, Kyle & Jon highlight six educators of colour that have had a significant impact on their pedagogical practices as they continue their journey to craft a more culturally responsive classroom experience for all students. You’ll hear from Rafranz Davis speak about diversity, Lauren Baucom’s passion towards de-tracking; Mindfulness and identity in the classroom from Christina Lincoln-Moore; the importance of catalyzing change from Robert Q. Berry; Kris Childs shares insights on access and equity in task selection; and, Jose Vilson’s ideas on...2022-02-1439 minMaking Math Moments That MatterDecluttering Proportional Relationships - An Interview With James Tanton & Ted CoeIn this episode, Kyle and Jon speak with James Tanton, Mathematician-at-Large for the Mathematical Association of America and Founder of the Global Math Project and Ted Coe, NWEA’s Director of Content Advocacy and Design. James and Ted hop on the show today to dig into the collective work of a group of mathematics education leaders involving one of the most important yet misunderstood concepts in mathematics: Proportional Relationships.Stick around as we dig into ideas around proportionality and what we can do to help declutter this crucial middle school mat...2022-02-0754 minMaking Math Moments That MatterWhy Our Existing Resources Need To Change & How To Do It EasilyIn this episode, Jon & Kyle take a deep dive into how we can make our existing curriculum resources be it a textbook or worksheets into curious lessons that students lean in to learn. Specifically, we’ll be talking about why Sparking Curiosity is such an important part of the Make Math Moments 3-Part Framework and some strategies for the types of problems you might choose to transform. You’ll learn: Why our existing resources need to change, but should not be thrown out;Why curiosity is such a...2022-01-1046 minMaking Math Moments That MatterCreating Thinkers Despite Time Pressure - A Math Mentoring MomentKyle and Jon speak with Tyson Banker, a senior high school teacher from Calgary, Alberta. Like many of us teachers Tyson wonders how to change his assessment routines and structures without compromising his timelines and content standards. In this chat we share with Tyson some practical ideas that we’ve implemented in our classrooms that help with Tyson’s real struggle. This is another Math Mentoring Moment episode where we talk with a member of the Math Moment Maker Community who is working through problems of practice and together we brainstorm possible next steps and s...2021-12-2750 minMaking Math Moments That MatterWhy Your Math Lesson Keeps Coming Up ShortIn this episode, Jon & Kyle share a reason your math lesson may be coming up short and how you can fix it. Jon & Kyle share their 4 pillars of classroom norms that shape the routines and learning in their math classes and how you can create your pillars! You’ll learn: Why your math lesson might be coming up short;How co-constructing your classroom learning pillars can help with classroom management;How to prevent unproductive classroom behaviour such as excessive cell phone...2021-12-1331 minMaking Math Moments That MatterCrafting A Hero’s Journey: The Power of Storytelling in Math ClassToday on the podcast Jon & Kyle dig into Crafting a Hero’s Journey: The Power of Storytelling in Math Class including why teaching math should be more like telling a story, what elements will help you craft a lesson that plays out like a story to spark curiosity in your students, how to get kids hooked in just like your favourite movies and books, and finally where you can go to learn more and begin crafting your own mathematics program that feels like a book you don’t want to put down.You’...2021-11-0134 minMaking Math Moments That MatterWhat We’ve Learned About SpirallingJon & Kyle share insights on their journey with spiralling their math lessons over the last 8 years. They dive into what spiralling is, why you should consider this structural change in your classes, and how they changed to this model from their mostly traditional approach to math lessons. You’ll also learn what they changed along the way in their journey as well as how to get started so you can save valuable time and maximize this approach. You’ll Learn: How spiralling can help you and your student...2021-09-0641 minMaking Math Moments That MatterWhen is drill and kill appropriate in my math class? - A Math Mentoring MomentWe’re speaking with David Alewine in this Math Mentoring Moment Episode. David is home-schooling his twin 6 year olds and doing a fantastic job at weaving different curriculums and resources together to reach his kids and help them with what they need most. David shares his story of how he chose to home-school, the benefits and drawbacks that he faces, and he’s seeking advice from Jon and Kyle about how and when to include “Drill and Kill” lessons! This is another Math Mentoring Moment episode where we talk with a member of...2021-08-3055 minMaking Math Moments That MatterHow To Teach Through Problem Based LessonsIn this episode Kyle and Jon dive deep into a problem based task and unpack it so you can make math moments every day in your classroom. You’ll Learn: The teacher moves we need to make before starting a task with our students; The elements that are necessary to build a great problem based lesson;What a problem based unit looks like over the course of 5 days; and,Where purposeful practice fits in to your lesson. Resources: https://makemat...2021-08-1642 minMaking Math Moments That MatterMaking Math Moments From Day 1 to 180We’re back for our third installment of our How To Start The School Year Off right! In this episode Kyle and Jon share their tips and strategies on how to prepare for the coming school year from the first day all the way to the last. In episode 36 and episode 88 we’ve shared the activities you could do in the first week to build the classroom culture that is needed to fuel the thinking you want your students to do all year. In this episode we share what structural pieces you’ll need to prep...2021-07-2650 minMaking Math Moments That MatterYour Summer Guide To GrowthIn this episode of the Making Math Moments That Matter Podcast, Jon and Kyle discuss 5 Tips to Guide You to Summer Growth. These tips are great ways to take your mathematics professional development into your own hands while not interfering with all of the important aspects that go with our well deserved summer vacations: family, friends, rest and relaxation. Go ahead and hit that play button and be sure to check out the resources section to access all of the links to get you started!What you’ll learn: How to max...2021-07-0536 minMaking Math Moments That MatterWhy Diagnostics Should Drive Your Instruction - An Interview With Kat HendryToday we speak to Kat Hendry a teacher from Jon’s hometown of Kingston Ontario! Kat has shown her passion for MANY areas of mathematics education, however in particular, she’s very keen on the importance of diagnostics and descriptive feedback in math class and has been digging into why we need to focus more attention in this area. Stick around and you’ll learn: how to start your journey to implement diagnostics and descriptive feedback effectively without keeping up at night worried with overwhelm, and the 5 phases of a diagnost...2021-04-1948 min
Making Math Moments That MatterHow To Make Math Moments - A Discussion on the Unprofessional Development PodcastJon and Kyle were on the Unprofessional Development Podcast with Tudisco and Mealy discussing how to make math moments that matter. This episode is a rebroadcast of that show. You’ll Learn: How to Make Math Moments That Matter; What teachers can do to engage their students; What techniques can teachers use to fuel sense making in their students. Resources: The Unprofessional Development PodcastOriginal broadcast (https://unpro.podbean.com/e/making-math-moments-unprofessional/) The Make Math Moments Online WorkshopThe Make Math Moments Academyhttp...2021-01-111h 10
Making Math Moments That Matter#105: How Can I Use Portfolios Without Losing My Sanity? [PART 3] - A Where Are They Now Math Mentoring MomentToday we bring back Carmen Sinatra from Richmond Hill Ontario for a 3rd time on the show. Carmen continues her chat with us about teaching during a pandemic both face-to-face and online! By sticking around you’ll hear us discuss two big struggles: how to use portfolios for assessments instead of tests without drowning, and how to manage giving out feedback so you can stay sane! This is another Where Are They Now Math Mentoring Moment episode where we talk with a member of the Math Moment Maker Community who is working through struggles and toget...2020-11-3053 min
Making Math Moments That Matter#100: Why The 2020 Make Math Moments Virtual Summit Needs To Be On Your CalendarIn this, the 100th episode of the Making Math Moments That Matter Podcast, Jon and Kyle reflect on the past 100 “weeks” of learning and why the 2nd annual FREE 2020 Make Math Moments Virtual Summit should be on your calendar. They’ll discuss how many “listens” the podcast has had over the almost two years of weekly episode releases as well as some of the different session topics and “must attend” talks you should add to your Virtual Summit Schedule on November 7th and 8th, 2020. You’ll Learn: How many educators the podcast has impacted across the many countries yo...2020-10-2643 min
Making Math Moments That Matter#96 : Focus & Grow - A Where Are They Now Math Mentoring Moment.In another “Where are they now?” episode series we bring back on 5th grade math teacher Matt Makuch from Victoria BC. Matt’s back to talk about the changes he made in his classroom around Vertical non-permanent surfaces, anticipating student solutions, and differentiating his instruction to meet all levels of learners in his class. This is another Math Mentoring Moment episode where we talk with a member of the Math Moment Maker Community who is working through struggles and together we brainstorm possible next steps and strategies to overcome them. You’ll Learn: How to help the...2020-09-2843 min
Making Math Moments That Matter#93: How to Clear A Path For Growth: A Math Mentoring Where Are They Now MomentToday on this Where Are They Now Math Mentoring we speak with Laura Tomas from Palm Beach county in Florida. Laura ‘s been teaching for 28 years and she’s an instructional coach for her school. Laura chats with us today about how she’s applied the suggestions and learning from our conversation back on episode 46 to help her teachers grow as educators. Laura shares how she implemented her plan, what struggles she had, and where she looks to go next as an instructional coach. This is another Math Mentoring Moment episode where we talk with a member...2020-09-0742 min
Making Math Moments That Matter#92: How Do I Manage A Thinking Classroom During a Pandemic? - A Math Mentoring MomentToday we speak with Carmen Sinatra from Richmond Hill Ontario. Carmen is gearing up for her new school year during the pandemic and like many teachers she’s asking questions like: How can we safely use vertical non-permanent surfaces in our classrooms? How do we create groups? How do I plan a 2.5 hour math block? This is another Math Mentoring Moment episode where we talk with a member of the Math Moment Maker Community who is working through struggles and together we brainstorm possible next steps and strategies to overcome them. You’ll Learn: What we...2020-08-3159 min
Making Math Moments That Matter#91: 3 Things We Can Learn From Online LearningThis week, Jon and Kyle reflect on their experience teaching remotely and realize that while the experience was (and continues to be) a struggle for many, with hardship comes new learning. Stick around as we search for the silver linings that can easily go unnoticed. You’ll Learn: What distance learning has taught us about engagement; What distance learning has taught us about assessment; What distance learning has taught us about meeting students where they are; and, What we can do about it! Resources: Course: The Concept Holding Your Students Back → Register...2020-08-2446 min
Making Math Moments That Matter#90: What First Day Of School Activities Should I Use? - A Math Mentoring MomentThat there is Whitney Becker - a middle school math teacher from Alabama. Whitney joined us to discuss what activities are great on the first day of school to show students what we as teachers value instead of just going over the rules and syllabus. This is another Math Mentoring Moment episode where we talk with a member of the Math Moment Maker Community who is working through struggles and together we brainstorm possible next steps and strategies to overcome them. You’ll Learn: What activities should I use on the first day of schoo...2020-08-1759 min
Making Math Moments That MatterDan Meyer & Three Act MathToday we speak with the creator of the 3-act math structure, Guinness Book of World Record holder, national speaker, and Chief Academic Officer at Desmos, Dan Meyer. We get the dirt on Dan’s background as a student and early days as a teacher. He shares his insights on what lessons should look like, sound like and he lets us in on what a Chief Academic Officer really does. Stick around and you learn the origin story of the 3-Act math structure and why you need to know about it; how to use what you valu...2020-08-1053 min
Making Math Moments That Matter#88 How To Start The School Year Off Right From A DistanceKyle and Jon share their insights on what was working and what needed improvement from their emergency remote teaching time before summer and provide suggestions on how you can start this coming school year off on the right foot. Stick around and you’ll hear how to set the stage to inspire curiosity throughout the school year; how to build trust with your students so you can create an inclusive classroom culture; and, activities that are essential for the first day of class. You’ll Learn: How to set the stage to inspire curiosity through...2020-08-031h 03
Making Math Moments That Matter#87 How To Teach My Class When Students Are Underprepared - A Math Mentoring MomentIn this episode we speak with Math Moment Maker Stephanie Moore from North Carolina. Stephanie is a college instructor recently became a Making Math Moments Certified Educator after enrolling in our Full Online Workshop. We chat with Stephanie about how to prepare students who are underprepared, how to handle lesson flops and what to do next, and what can you do when it seems everyone is struggling. This is another Math Mentoring Moment episode where we talk with a member of the Math Moment Maker Community who is working through struggles and together we brainstorm pos...2020-07-2753 min
Making Math Moments That Matter#86: Catalyzing Change - An Interview with Robert Q. BerryToday we’re speaking with Robert Q. Berry, he’s the current NCTM president, he’s a professor in the Curry School of Education at the University of Virginia, and author of numerous books and articles on equity issues in mathematics education. Stick around to hear Robert discuss math moments he’s had as a student and a teacher. We’ll dive into a book series he’s been working on: Catalyzing Change, we’ll answer questions like: why we need to spark wonder and joy in our students and how you can implement equitable teaching practices into your classroom....2020-07-2046 min
Making Math Moments That Matter#85: Financial Literacy Isn’t Just For StudentsWhile many of us are passionate about teaching mathematics, we’ve found that more often than not many educators do not leave ourselves enough time, energy, or maybe just aren’t interested in learning about money management and in particular, investing despite how mathematically centered finance is. This episode is a little different in what we normally share, but we feel that financial literacy is so important for our students to learn and in turn, we must learn about it as well. So, sit back and listen in while we get down and dirty with why yo...2020-07-1347 min
Making Math Moments That Matter#84: When The Tension Overtakes The Room - A Math Mentoring MomentToday we speak with Ryan Foley from Spokane, Washington. Ryan is a 6th grade math and science teacher, who became a Making Math Moments That Matter Certified Teacher after taking our online workshop! What you’re about to hear is another Math Mentoring Moment episode where we speak with a math moment maker like you who is working on a problem of practice. Together, we’ll brainstorm a plan for overcoming these challenges. In particular, we chat with Ryan about how to select and sequence your student work while running your lesson; why planning with purpose will allow...2020-07-0639 min
Making Math Moments That Matter#83: How To Get Your Students Motivated - An Interview With Ilana HornIn this episode we speak with Ilana Horn - A professor of math education at Vanderbilt University. Llana’s work is motivated by the underperformance of students in mathematics. Today we talk with Llana about her book Motivated and what is needed to START to motivate your students. Ilana calls her book the prequel to Peg Smith and Mary K. Stein’s book The 5 Practices to Orchestrating Productive Mathematical Discussions and we can’t agree more. There’s so much that we overlook when planning lessons that will either make or break what you do in the classroom...2020-06-2942 min
Making Math Moments That Matter#82: Mathematics for Human Flourishing - An Interview with Francis SuFrancis Su is a professor at Harvey Mudd College in California, he’s a past president of the Mathematical Association of America, he’s won multiple awards for teaching, and he’s the author of a new book Mathematics for Human Flourishing. In this episode we chat with Francis about how learning mathematics can help us become better human beings; how can mathematics help us become better at exploring truth and justice; and, how to change your assessment to reflect what you value. You’ll Learn: How learning mathematics can help become a better human bein...2020-06-2243 min
Making Math Moments That Matter#81: Creating Balance in Personalized Learning: A Math Mentoring Moment.In another “Where are they now?” episode series we bring back on 6th grade math teacher Sam Brotherton from St. Louis Missouri. Sam’s back to talk about the changes he made in his classroom around assessment, lesson design and how practice fits in. He also talks to us about his new challenges around personalized learning. This is another Math Mentoring Moment episode where we talk with a member of the Math Moment Maker Community who is working through struggles and together we brainstorm possible next steps and strategies to overcome them. You’ll Learn: The diff...2020-06-1550 min
Making Math Moments That Matter#80 How Can A Fractured Educator Teach The Whole Student? - An Interview with Hema KhodaiThat is Hema Khodai, an educator who lives relatively close to Kyle and I in Mississauga Ontario. Hema is a high school math teacher turned instructional resource teacher. We speak with Hema today about her 2019 Make Math Moments Virtual Summit presentation called “Who is a Mathematician”. Hema’s session was one of the most watched sessions during our two-day virtual conference back in November. Stick around to hear how relationships help build / or wreck a student's ability to identify as a mathematician; why it’s so important that we educators know our why; and how math has to be a c...2020-06-0835 min
Making Math Moments That Matter#79: Same, But Different - Math Education In IsraelListen in to Craig Guthrie share his insights on comparing learning and teaching math in Israel to learning and teaching math here in North America. Both Craig and our own Kyle Pearce recently visited Tel Aviv to learn what math looks like in Israel and share the Make Math Moments 3-Part Framework with their fantastic math educators. Stick around to hear about what educators struggle with on the other side of the world and how students are learning math --- is it different than here? You’ll Learn: Help educators get perspective beyond our own...2020-06-0140 min
Making Math Moments That Matter#78: How to Organize Your Course and Day-to-Day Plans - A Math Mentoring MomentIn this episode we chat with Jennifer L’Arrivee a high school science and math teacher from British Columbia. After learning about spiralling in our online workshop this past Fall, Jennifer is on a mission to implement a content organizational structure that will maximize retention and understanding in her science and math classes. Listen in as she picks our brains about best approaches to stay organized both with content standards and with classroom activities. Stick around for this mentoring moment episode where we brainstorm with Jennifer how we can be more intentional with our planning, how to org...2020-05-2547 min
Making Math Moments That Matter#77: Up For Debate - An Interview With Chris LuzniakYou’re listening to the ever so charming math teacher & department chair at the Archer School for Girls in Los Angeles, and debate guru Chris Luzniak. We chat with Chris about why we should have students debate in math class, how you can get started with this routine in any classroom, what pitfalls to watch out for, and where you can go to get resources to make this happen in your classroom! Let the Debate begin!!!! Let’s do it! Resources: Up For Debate [Book] Luzniak.co...2020-05-1838 min
Making Math Moments That Matter#76: COVID-19 Struggles Shared During Our Recent Q&A WebcallHey there, Math Moment Makers! This episode is a little different from our usual episodes as we look to give you a glimpse of some of the other places that we’re trying to learn with Math Moment Makers like YOU from around the world. In addition to hosting this podcast each week and working our day jobs in classrooms, we also host the Make Math Moments Academy. The Academy is a membership site for ongoing professional development and support specifically crafted for teachers who are seeking ways to create Math Moments on a regular basis in th...2020-05-1156 min
Making Math Moments That Matter#75: Would You Rather Math - An Interview With John StevensIn today’s episode, we welcome Math Moment Maker, John Stevens to the podcast! John is an instructional coach for mathematics and technology, who not only supports the teachers he works with throughout his district, but educators from around the world with his many resources. Dive into this episode with John and we’ll unpack how you can facilitate debates in math class using his free online resource, wouldyourathermath.com, how to bring parents to the table with his Table Talk Math resources, and a great resource parents can lean on to help their children avoid the dread...2020-05-0451 min
Making Math Moments That Matter#74: When Do I Nudge and When Do I Coach? A “Where Are They Now?” Math Mentoring Moment.In another in a series of “Where Are They Now?” episodes we chat with Kirsten Dyck a part-time teacher and part-time math coach. We chatted with Kirsten way back in episode #9 about Intentionality and learning goal. In this episode we hear from Kirsten how she’s made progress on her goals since we last spoke. Stick around and you’ll learn how she’s adapted the Thinking Classroom to further student learning; how she has focused on making the connection and consolidation stage of her lessons a priority; and how she’s applying coaching techniques to incremental...2020-04-2752 min
Making Math Moments That Matter#73: It’s not about tech, it’s about good teaching: An Interview with Cathy Yenca.Cathy Yenca is a middle school teacher from Austin, Texas who has been leading the charge in effective math teaching pedagogy and effective use of technology in math class. The Mathy Cathy blog is a go-to spot not only because she routinely shares great resources and reflections, but because she is constantly sharing interesting ways to use technology to help her formatively assess students on an ongoing basis and to give her students a voice in math class. You’ll Learn: How to effectively use technology in your math class. How technology can be a hind...2020-04-2051 min
Making Math Moments That Matter#72: How Can I Spark Curiosity During Emergency Remote Learning: A Math Mentoring MomentIn another “Where Are They Now?” episode we chat with Katrien Vance a teacher of 25+ years from Charlottesville, Virginia who has participated in our online workshop over a year ago; she’s a member of the Make Math Moments Academy, and she’s a make math moments podcast alumni. We spoke with Katrien way back on episode 8 where we heard all about her transformation from a traditional teacher into a curiosity instigator. If you haven’t listened to episode 8 yet, we won’t hold it against you if you pause this one and cue up that episode. You won’t regre...2020-04-1354 min
Making Math Moments That MatterCOVID-19 - How to Move Forward?In this extra episode of the Making Math Moments That Matter Podcast we’re sharing a recording of our Monthly Live Q and A call with the Make Math Moments Academy members. In this live chat Jon & Kyle discuss the COVID-19 Pandemic and how it’s affecting our home-work life and the home-school life of our students. They answer questions from the community around teaching online, engaging students with math when working from home and resources that can help you do that. You’ll Learn: What should we prioritize when working from home? How can we engage o...2020-03-2758 min
Making Math Moments That Matter#69: How Can I Get More From My Students? A Math Mentoring MomentToday we speak with a 23 year veteran teacher from Alabama; Tiffany Roddy. Tiffany joins us on this Math Mentoring Moment episode where we will explore a struggle or challenge she is working on and together we’ll brainstorm next steps to ignite her teacher moves! Stick around and you’ll learn how you can move away from the “I do, we do, you do” approach to teaching math class; how you can gain more time in your course instead of feeling like you’re always behind; and finally, we’ll dive into the two moments that are most importan...2020-03-2350 min
Making Math Moments That Matter#57 A Year Under Our BeltsIn this last episode of 2019 Kyle and Jon share their big success for the year, dive behind the scenes on the podcast, and discuss their plans and goals for 2020. You’ll Learn: How the podcast came to be; How the podcast reaches educators worldwide; What’s the process from start to end to make a podcast; What big successes did Kyle & Jon have this year; and, What the future looks like for Make Math Moments. Resources: https://makemathmoments.com/mentor https://makemathmoments.com/webinar 2019-12-3043 min
Making Math Moments That Matter#50: How To Get High IMPACT PD FROM YOUR COUCH: The Make Math Moments Virtual SummitJoin Jon & Kyle in this episode while they share why they created a math PD virtual summit, how it works, and why you NEED to register. Listen in as they outline classroom struggles many teachers have and how the summit sessions will help minimize those struggles. You’ll Learn: How to access high impact math PD from your couch. How we can bring curiosity, wonder and joy into the math classroom! How to solve problems without cross multiplying while learning powerful ways to help students develop efficient and sophisticated proportional reasoning strategies. How to learn, lead, and l...2019-11-111h 04
Making Math Moments That Matter#48: Three Levels of Learning Goals - A Math Mentoring MomentThis week we chat with an eighth grade teacher in his 6th year of teaching trying to hash through resource overwhelm, assessment techniques, frameworks, and community building. In this Math Mentoring Moment episode Aseem Kelly shares with us the three levels of learning goals in math class, how to choose the best resources for your students, and how to narrow your focus so that your students can succeed. You’ll Learn: How to choose the best resources for your students; How to narrow your focus so that your students can succeed. How to avoid...2019-10-281h 02
Making Math Moments That Matter#26 How To Overcome A Common Math Myth From K Through CollegeIn this episode you’ll get to spend some time with Jon and I as we share the story of a recent school walk-through that we participated in recently while attending a conference. The story leads into a common math teaching myth about how we prepare our students for the next grade level. Show Notes: https://makemathmoments.com/episode26 Love the show? Text us your big takeaway!Get a Customized Math Improvement Plan For Your District.Are you district leader for mathematics? Take the 12 minute assessment and you’ll get a...2019-05-2757 min
Making Math Moments That Matter#22: Common Math Class Challenges and How We Can Overcome Them.In this Jon & Kyle only episode we’ll introduce math classroom challenges that we’ve heard from educators we’ve talked to in person, educators that have emailed us, and also Math Moment Makers who filled out filled out some of of our surveys and how we can work toward fixing those challenges. You’ll Learn: What can we do when not all our students are engaging in our activities. How we can ensure students stay focused in a Thinking Classroom. How we can use assessments to push learning forward. How to ensure the technical aspects of prese...2019-04-2957 min
Making Math Moments That Matter#12 How Do I Make Memorable Math Moments AND Cover The Curriculum?In episode 12 Jon & Kyle address questions like: how to create a collaborative approach to teaching math AND cover curriculum standards? How to build resilient problem solver? How do I decide to adjust my unit plans when not all students have made connections during my lesson? They walk you through what planning looks like before a lesson, during a lesson, and after a lesson to ensure we cover our curriculum while making math moments that matter. Show Notes: http://makemathmoments.com/episode12 Love the show? Text us your big takeaway!G...2019-02-1850 min
Making Math Moments That Matter#7: Routines, Curiosity, and Assessment: A Math Mentoring Moment with Sarah-Jane WellsIn episode 7, Kyle Pearce and Jon Orr talk with Making Math Moments That Matter online workshop participant, Sarah-Jane Wells about realizing her personal privilege has affected her teaching habits, how she’s been working on Sparking curiosity consistently to get kids engaged and keep them on task… and a BIG can of worms was opened when the conversation moved into assessment, evaluation and the role of descriptive feedback. Show notes page http://makemathmoments.com/episode7 You’ll Learn: How to realize your own privilege and how that affects the classroom. How to teach y...2019-01-141h 16
Making Math Moments That Matter#4: 3 Moves That Ignite Teacher ActionIn this episode, Kyle Pearce and Jon Orr share 3 moves to ignite TEACHER action in the classroom so you can spark curiosity and fuel sense making in your students. We outline how we’ve used these moves in our classrooms to make significant learning gains with our students and give you valuable tips on so you can incorporate these moves regularly classroom. Specifically, you’ll learn: Why planning with each move is valuable to you and your students. How to use what you see and hear in your classroom to help plan your next lesson...2018-12-241h 06
Making Math Moments That Matter#3: Fuel Sense Making With Our 4 Go-To ToolsJoin Kyle Pearce from TapIntoTeenMinds.com and Jon Orr from MrOrr-IsAGeek.com as they take a dive into the Making Math Moments That Matter 3-Part Framework! In episode 3, they unpack 4 “Go-To” Tools for Fuelling Sense Making in math class. What are you waiting for? Fire up the episode! Looking for resources from this episode? Check out the show notes here: http://makemathmoments.com/episode3 Want to take a deeper dive into the 3-part framework? Check out the FREE 4-Part Video Series here: http://makemathmoments.com/lesson1Love t...2018-12-151h 00
Making Math Moments That Matter#2: Sparking Curiosity With The Curiosity PathJoin Kyle Pearce from TapIntoTeenMinds.com and Jon Orr from MrOrr-IsAGeek.com as they take a dive into the Making Math Moments That Matter 3-Part Framework! In episode 2, they dive into the first part: Sparking Curiosity and highlight one of their favourite curiosity sparking strategies called the Curiosity Path. What are you waiting for? Fire up the episode! Looking for resources from this episode? Check out the show notes here: http://makemathmoments.com/episode2 Want to take a deeper dive into the 3-part framework? Check out...2018-12-1551 min
Making Math Moments That Matter#1: Welcome To The Making Math Moments That Matter Podcast!Wondering how to create a classroom culture where students don't want to stop exploring mathematics when the bell rings? Join Kyle Pearce from TapIntoTeenMinds.com and Jon Orr from MrOrr-IsAGeek.com as they team up for EPISODE #1 to uncover how we can Make Math Moments That Matter for every student in the math classroom from Kindergarten through Grade 12. Discover how you can build easy to plan and fun to deliver math lessons that kids will not only love, but also learn from using the Making Math Moments That Matter 3-Part Framework. Get ready to learn as we interview math...2018-12-1538 min