Mr Barton Maths Podcast #139 Michael Pershan: Teaching with worked examples - part 2
Mar 19, 2021
Michael Pershan, a New York mathematics teacher and author, shares his insights on using worked examples in math education. He discusses the significant role mistakes play in enhancing understanding and how labeling characters in examples can boost student confidence. Pershan highlights the contrast between real and fictitious names, the importance of self-explanation, and adaptive teaching strategies for diverse learning needs. This engaging conversation emphasizes reflection and evolving teaching methods to foster deeper comprehension and engagement in mathematics.
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Reflections on the Past Year
- Michael Pershan reflects on the past year, including the challenges of remote teaching and the joy of his newborn son.
- He also discusses returning to in-person teaching and his appreciation for it.
Learning from a Visually Impaired Student
- Michael shares a story about a visually impaired student whose needs he hadn't fully met during remote learning.
- This experience highlighted the importance of options for students.
Worked Examples and Visual Impairment
- Craig Barton and Michael Pershan discuss the challenges of teaching visually impaired students with silent worked examples.
- Pershan's approach, using pre-written examples, may offer an advantage.