How To Reach More Students After Two Tough Years

As we continue another school year during this pandemic, educators everywhere are asking themselves:

What should I focus on most?

How can I help my students get ready for the next grade level?

Do I have time to teach through problem solving or should I just teach with direct instruction?

What resources can I use so that I cover the curriculum and still teach deep learning?

Let’s take a deep dive into what we can do to reach more students and reduce our own teacher stress and anxiety at the same time.

You’ll learn: 

• What is worth focusing on and what isn’t;
• What you can do to best help your students get ready for the next grade level;
• How you might go about structuring your lessons to reach more learners regardless of readiness; and,
• Where you can go to access resources to help you uncover your curriculum without leaving students behind.

Resources: 

Squares To Triangles [Problem-Based Unit]

Make Math Moments Framework [Blog Article]

How To Transform Your Textbook Into A Curiosity Machine [Free Video Course] 

Make Math Moments Problem-Based Lessons & Units

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Are you wondering how to create K-12 math lesson plans that leave students so engaged they don’t want to stop exploring your math curriculum when the bell rings? In their podcast, Kyle Pearce and Jon Orr—founders of MakeMathMoments.com—share over 19 years of experience inspiring K-12 math students, teachers, and district leaders with effective math activities, engaging resources, and innovative math leadership strategies. Through a 6-step framework, they guide K-12 classroom teachers and district math coordinators on building a strong, balanced math program that grows student and teacher impact. Each week, gain fresh ideas, feedback, and practical strategies to feel more confident and motivate students to see the beauty in math. Start making math moments today by listening to Episode #139: "Making Math Moments From Day 1 to 180.