
#136 CLASSIC EPISODE (April 2017): Dani Quinn - Part 1 - Michaela School, Planning Lessons, Low Stakes Tests
Mr Barton Maths Podcast
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Reflections on Engaging Yet Ineffective Lessons
This chapter explores the author's journey in designing engaging hands-on lessons, such as using clementines to teach surface area concepts. Despite initial enthusiasm from students, the author reveals a troubling disconnect where enjoyment did not translate into retention of key mathematical principles. This reflection prompts a deeper investigation into the balance between creating memorable experiences and ensuring effective learning outcomes in the classroom.
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