Learning Through Math Episode 130: A Conversation with Monique Zhou
Feb 25, 2024
The podcast discusses engaging math teaching strategies, curriculum design with GeoJabra, AI in education, and the accessibility of free resources. Monique Zhou shares insights on interactive educational resources and the benefits of innovative teaching approaches. The episode explores the versatility of GeoJabra in math education and advancements in educational technology, promoting kind communication and community collaboration.
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Successful Fraction Division without "Keep Change Flip"
- Karina shares her students' success with fraction division without resorting to the "keep change flip" method.
- She emphasizes the importance of letting students discover the relationship between multiplication and division through models and discussions.
Increased Student Engagement with BTC
- Karina discusses her students' improved engagement after implementing Building Thinking Classrooms (BTC).
- Even on non-BTC days, students show increased engagement in activities like three-act tasks and problem-solving.
Use Mild, Medium, Spicy Questions
- Laura suggests incorporating mild, medium, and spicy questions into lessons.
- This promotes pattern recognition and deeper understanding through analyzing answers and variations in difficulty.